Checking the steering gear bearing in the boot at the firewall

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Fig 1: Identifying Steering Gear Bearing And Boot

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Check that the steering gear bearing in the boot has not detached from the boot.

If it has become detached apply a little grease to the edge of the boot (around the hole). Press the bearing back down into the boot. See arrow in illustration.

Fig 2: Bending Up Outer Section Of Steering Shaft Boot

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NOTE:

Check that the rubber boot is positioned correctly in the bodywork (see the arrows). Adjust if necessary. Lift up the outer section of the rubber boot.

There is a risk that noise from the transmission or engine and road noise may enter the passenger compartment.