32 11 100 Replacing Gaiter for Steering Gear on Left or Right

32 11 100 - Replacing gaiter for steering gear on left or right (AWD)





Important!
The power steering gear must be replaced if the polished surface of the rack is damaged (e.g. by corrosion)!





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- If necessary, remove diesel enclosure





Clean tie rod.
Release band clamp (1).
Mark screw-in depth of tie rod (2) or count thread turns.
Unscrew bolt (3).
Twist tie rod (2) out of tie rod end (4).

Installation Note:
Replace microencapsulated screw.
Tightening torque 32 21 2AZ [1][2]31 21 Steering Arms.





Note:
Heat shield is only fitted on the right side.

If necessary, release screws (1) and remove heat shield (2).

Tightening torque 32 21 4AZ [1][2]31 21 Steering Arms.





Release ear clamp 32 41 ... Instructions For Removing and Installing Ear Clips(1).
Detach gaiter (2) from tie rod.

Installation Note:
Clean rack and check surface for damage (e.g. by corrosion).
Grease rack (refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids).
Clean tie rod and apply grease to taper.

Note:
This ensures that the gaiter is not rotated when the tie rod is rotated.





After installation:
- Perform chassis alignment check
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment Adjustments