32 11 100 Replacing Gaiter For Steering Box on Left or Right

32 11 100 Replacing gaiter for steering box on left or right





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





Necessary preliminary work:
^ Remove track rod end
^ Remove underbody protection





Clean track rod.

Release band clamp (1) and ear clip (3).

Detach gaiter (2) from track rod.

Installation note:
Clean rack and check surface for damage (e.g. by corrosion).

Grease rack (refer to BMW Service Operating Fluids).

Clean track rod and apply grease to taper.

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





After installation:
^ Perform chassis / wheel alignment check