Removing and installing the steering wheel Warning: All models are equipped with an air bag. Follow the precautions given in Chapter 12. Removal 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable ( chapter 5 paragraph 1 )....
Power steering (4-cylinder) Removal 1. Remove the steering column flexible coupling ( paragraph 29 ). 2. Apply the handbrake, lift the front end and place it on supports. Remove both front wheels....
Power steering (6 cylinder) Removal 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable ( chapter 5 paragraph 1 ). 2. Loosen the clamp plate bolt securing the steering shaft to the flexible coupling. Turn the...
Replacing the rubber boots of the steering gear 1. Remove the end piece and its lock nut from the transverse steering rod (paragraph 35). The end piece and rod must have marks for subsequent correct installation in...
Bleeding the hydraulic steering system 1. If you have disconnected the hydraulic power steering system lines, you will need to bleed the air from the system after this. 2. The front wheels should be in the...
Removing and installing the hydraulic power steering pump Removal 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable ( chapter 5 paragraph 1 ). 2. Disconnect the electrical connector of the hydraulic steering system pressure sensor (see...
Replacing the tie rod end Removal 1. Apply the parking brake. Loosen the nuts of the corresponding wheel. Raise the front end and place it on supports. Remove the front wheel. 2. Use a wrench to...
Wheel alignment and steering angles 1. Correct wheel alignment is essential for reliable steering operation and to prevent excessive tire wear. Perform the check when you are sure that the tire pressure is...
Steering tightening torques Tightening torques for connections Name Nm Steering gear input shaft clamp bolt in elastic coupling 28 Steering hydraulic system pipe fittings in the valve block 31...