Steering — equipment and tools
Drawing Name and code 312300 (312301 - 312304) Wringing device 324000 Power steering pump pressure tester 321260 Tongs 323140 Device for adjusting the front...
Drawing Name and code 312300 (312301 - 312304) Wringing device 324000 Power steering pump pressure tester 321260 Tongs 323140 Device for adjusting the front...
Technical specifications
Measuring wheel alignment angles Indicator Meaning Front axle Overall positive wheel alignment 0°6'±10' Wheel alignment (difference between left/right max....
Measuring wheel alignment angles Indicator Meaning Front axle Overall positive wheel alignment 0°6'±10' Wheel alignment (difference between left/right max....
Instructions for checking rack and pinion steering play (with front suspension raised)
1. Spring. 2. Stop. 3. Toothed rack. Note: When the front suspension is raised, the force applied by the transverse link is split into horizontal and vertical....
1. Spring. 2. Stop. 3. Toothed rack. Note: When the front suspension is raised, the force applied by the transverse link is split into horizontal and vertical....
Replacing the left or right steering gear bellows
Caution: If the ground surface of the rack is damaged (rusted), the steering gear must be replaced. 1. Remove the tie rod end. 2. Remove the stiffening plate....
Caution: If the ground surface of the rack is damaged (rusted), the steering gear must be replaced. 1. Remove the tie rod end. 2. Remove the stiffening plate....
Bleeding the power steering
Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. When refilling with dirty auxiliary agents, dirt may get into the...
Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. When refilling with dirty auxiliary agents, dirt may get into the...
Removal and installation the power steering gear
Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. Seal the holes where the pipelines are connected with caps. 1....
Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. Seal the holes where the pipelines are connected with caps. 1....
Cross tie rod tip
Replacing the left or right tie rod end Note: If the threaded connection between the tie rod and the end has been loosened, the wheel alignment must be checked...
Replacing the left or right tie rod end Note: If the threaded connection between the tie rod and the end has been loosened, the wheel alignment must be checked...
Transverse steering rod
Removal and installation the left or right tie rod Caution: If the ground surface of the rack is damaged (rusted), the steering gear must be replaced. 1....
Removal and installation the left or right tie rod Caution: If the ground surface of the rack is damaged (rusted), the steering gear must be replaced. 1....
Upper steering column cover
Removal and installation the upper steering column cover 1. Remove the lower steering column cover. 2. Set the steering column to the "down" and "extended"...
Removal and installation the upper steering column cover 1. Remove the lower steering column cover. 2. Set the steering column to the "down" and "extended"...
Lower steering column cover
Removal and installation the lower steering column cover 1. Disconnect the pedal mechanism trim in the area of the steering column trim cover. 2. Set the...
Removal and installation the lower steering column cover 1. Disconnect the pedal mechanism trim in the area of the steering column trim cover. 2. Set the...
Lower section of the steering shaft
Removal and installation the lower section of the steering shaft Caution: When the lower section of the steering shaft is disconnected from the steering...
Removal and installation the lower section of the steering shaft Caution: When the lower section of the steering shaft is disconnected from the steering...
Removal and installation the steering wheel
Note: After removing and installing or replacing the steering wheel, there is no need to measure and adjust the wheel alignment angles. 1. Remove the airbag...
Note: After removing and installing or replacing the steering wheel, there is no need to measure and adjust the wheel alignment angles. 1. Remove the airbag...
Removal and installation the steering column
1. Slide the upper section of the steering shaft into the steering column. 2. Remove the combination switch mount. 3. Disconnect the connectors (1, 2). 4....
1. Slide the upper section of the steering shaft into the steering column. 2. Remove the combination switch mount. 3. Disconnect the connectors (1, 2). 4....
Checking the operation of the power steering pump
Attention: Risk of poisoning when ingesting oil. Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes or skin. Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness....
Attention: Risk of poisoning when ingesting oil. Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes or skin. Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness....
Power steering pump with active steering
Removal and installation the power steering pump with active steering Attention: Do not use steel screws. For magnesium housings, use only aluminum screws....
Removal and installation the power steering pump with active steering Attention: Do not use steel screws. For magnesium housings, use only aluminum screws....
Power steering pump pulley
Removal and installation the power steering pump pulley 1. Loosen the screws (1). 2. Loosen the drive belt and remove it from the pulley (2). 3. Loosen the...
Removal and installation the power steering pump pulley 1. Loosen the screws (1). 2. Loosen the drive belt and remove it from the pulley (2). 3. Loosen the...
Power steering fluid reservoir
Removal and installation the power steering reservoir Attention: Risk of poisoning when ingesting oil. Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes or...
Removal and installation the power steering reservoir Attention: Risk of poisoning when ingesting oil. Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes or...
Power steering inlet pipe
Replacing the power steering inlet pipe Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. Seal the hydraulic lines...
Replacing the power steering inlet pipe Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. Seal the hydraulic lines...
Power steering pressure line
Replacing the power steering pressure line Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. Seal the hydraulic...
Replacing the power steering pressure line Attention: Maintain exceptional cleanliness. Prevent dirt from entering the hydraulic system. Seal the hydraulic...
Power steering return line
Replacing the power steering return line Attention: Risk of poisoning when ingesting oil. Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes or skin....
Replacing the power steering return line Attention: Risk of poisoning when ingesting oil. Risk of injury if oil comes into contact with eyes or skin....
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