Steering Gear

Extreme caution, cleanliness, and properly functioning tools are an essential requirement in performing a faultless and successful steering gear repair. The general safety precautions also always apply to repair work.

A series of applicable general notes for individual repair procedures - otherwise listed several times at many points in the repair information - has been collected here. They apply to this repair information.

For a description of the structure and function of the electro-mechanical power steering system. Refer to the Self-Study Program No. 317; The Electro-Mechanical Power Steering Design and Function.

• Thoroughly clean connecting points and their surrounding areas before loosening.
• When installing the steering gear, make sure the alignment sleeves are correctly positioned between the bracket and steering gear.
• Place removed parts on a clean surface and cover them so that they do not get dirty. Use foil and paper. Only use lint-free cloths.
• Only install clean parts: remove the replacement parts from their packaging just before installing them.
• Only use lubricants and sealants marked with part numbers.
• Carefully cover or seal opened components if the repair is not performed immediately.