Replacing the Inner Steering Arm

Steering arm inner, replacing

Special tools:
999 7020 Counterhold 999 7020 Counterhold
999 7083 Socket 999 7083 Socket

Note! As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Preparatory work

Preparatory work
Remove the wheel.
Clean the boot and the surrounding area thoroughly.

Removal

Removing the outer steering arm and boot




Remove the steering arm from the wheel spindle.
Slacken off the lock nut.

Remove:
- the steering arm and the lock nut
- the clamps (1) and (2).
Tape the threads on the inner steering arm to protect the boot when removing.
Remove the boot (3).

Installing the counterhold





Note! Cleanliness is very important as the seals in the steering gear are sensitive to scratches on the rack.

Clean the surfaces on the steering rack and the tool thoroughly.
Install counterhold 999 7020.
Tighten to 25 Nm.
Position the counterhold as close to the limiter as possible.

Removing the inner steering arm




Use tool 999 7083 Socket 999 7083 Socket to remove the steering arm.
Ensure that the connecting rods used are the same length.
Remove the steering arm from the steering gear.

Installation

Installing the inner steering arm




Install the inner tie rod.
Use thread sealant 1161053.
For tightening torques, see Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications.
Remove counterhold 999 7020 Counterhold 999 7020 Counterhold and socket 999 7083 Socket 999 7083 Socket.
Clean the steering rack after removing the tool. Check the steering rack for damage.

Installing the boot




Check that the boot is undamaged.
Use a new boot if in any doubt.
Tape the threads on the inner steering arm to protect the boot when installing.
Install the boot using new clamps.
Remove the tape.

Installing the steering arm

Install:
- the steering arm
- the steering arm on the wheel spindle. Use a counterhold. For tightening torques, see Tightening torque [1][2]Specifications
- the wheel. See Installing wheels Service and Repair.
Align the wheels. See Wheel alignment, checking / adjusting Service and Repair.