Steering gear replacement

The steering gear is removed for repair or replacement. However, keep in mind that the steering mechanism is the most important element in ensuring traffic safety. Low-quality repair of the mechanism can lead to serious consequences, therefore, if necessary, repair it only in a specialized workshop or replace it with a new one.

You will need: keys «on 10», end head «at 15», pipe nut wrench «at 13».

1. Remove the front suspension cross member with steering gear, stabilizer bar and arms (cm. «Removal and installation of a cross-beam of a forward suspension bracket»).



2. Remove the stabilizer bar (cm. «Replacing parts of the front suspension anti-roll bar»).



3. Turn out two bolts of fastening of the steering mechanism to a crossbar of a forward suspension bracket …

NOTE: Loosening of the left fastening bolt is shown, the right one is located symmetrically.

4.... and remove the steering gear.

NOTE: Pay attention to the markings on the steering box. To replace, purchase a steering gear with the same marking.

5. Turn out two bolts...



6.... and remove the thermal screen.




7. If it is necessary to replace the pipelines of the steering mechanism, unscrew the nuts of their fastening to the distributor..



8.... and to the crankcase of the mechanism, then remove the pipelines.

NOTE: The process of replacing the protective covers of steering rods is described in subsection «Tie rod replacement».

9. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal. When installing the steering mechanism, pay attention to the fact that the rack is in the middle (neutral) position, and the position of the steering wheel corresponded to the rectilinear movement.

10. Check and, if necessary, adjust the angles of the front wheels (cm. «Checking and adjusting wheel alignment»).