Steering Gear: Removal
- Disconnect battery leads. Raise and support front end of vehicle, then remove front wheels. On 128 and Strada models, it may be necessary to remove spare tire. Remove 3 screws holding gasket cover to steering box (at toe board).
- Disconnect drive pinion from lower steering column section by detaching universal joint inside vehicle. Using a suitable puller, remove tie rods from steering knuckles.
- Remove stone shield, then unbolt and remove steering gear assembly by sliding out from right-hand side of vehicle.