Power Steering Gear (ZF), Servicing

Power steering gear (ZF), servicing

Note: Use only genuine hose clamps.





1 - Tie rod end
^ Note different versions for left and right

2 - Lock nut, 50 Nm
^ Counterhold at flats on tie rod end when loosening and tightening

3 - Hose clip
^ Replace - open using nipper pliers
^ Tightening

4 - Boot
^ Remove tie rod before disassembling
^ Check for wear (slits, cracks); check sealing surfaces and sealing lips for dirt/damage
^ If replaced, check center position of steering gear

5 - Hose clip
^ Replace - open using nipper pliers
^ Tightening

6 - Tie rod
^ Tightening torque at rack: 75 Nm
^ Counterhold at flats on rack when loosening and tightening.
^ If replaced, check center position of steering gear

7 - Clamp with rubber insert
^ For attachment to subframe
^ Can be replaced separately
^ Arrow on clamp points in direction of travel.

8 - Power steering gear
^ Servicing is restricted to replacement of tie rods and rubber boots.
^ Checking center position

Loosening and tightening tie rods
- Open large clip on rubber boot and pull back boot.





- Counterhold with open-end wrench (21 mm) when loosening and tightening.

Checking center position of steering gear





- Measure distance - a - to check whether steering gear is in center position.

Check distance - a - on left side of steering gear.

a - = 33.5 mm; adjust if necessary by turning steering pinion.

Installing boot
- Check boot for wear (slits, tears) and check sealing surfaces for dirt.





Note: Take care not the twist the boot on installation (illustration shows incorrect installation).





- Tighten hose clamp with pliers V.A.G 1275.