Remove the Steering Gear Housing From the Steering Column

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Steering Gear Housing At Steering Column

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Partly remove the floor carpet. Remove the tie strap from the intermediate plate.

Turn the steering wheel and remove the screw from the pinion shaft.

Engage the steering lock when the front wheels point forwards.

Mark the position of the pinion shaft and the steering gear housing.