FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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ZF Gear

Power steering gear, adjusting when installed

ZF

Adjustment requirements:
Engine switched off
Vehicle raised on hoist
Wheels in straight-ahead position

NOTE: Two technicians are required for the adjustment

Adjusting






First technician:
Turn steering wheel back and forth (about 30° from center position)
Knocking noise which will be heard inside vehicle if there is excessive play

Second Technician:
Carefully turn adjusting bolt (arrow) into cover until knocking noise can no longer be heard by first technician sitting inside vehicle

Road test vehicle
Steering wheel must self-center without sticking after cornering or maneuvering
Re-adjust if necessary