Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Assembly overview - steering rack, right-hand drive

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Caution

The following work must not be performed while the universal joint is separated from the steering rack:

Connect battery.

Switch on ignition.

Turn steering rack.

Turn steering column.

Not adhering to these instructions will result in irreparable damage.

Assembly overview - steering rack, right-hand drive

1 -

Wiring

2 -

Fastener

3 -	Steering rack

Removing and installing → Chapter

Different versions possible. Refer to → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”

With power steering control unit -J500-

Can be tested in “Guided fault finding” using → Vehicle diagnostic tester

4 -	Left wheel bearing housing

5 -

Nut

Renew after removing

20 Nm +90°

6 -

Subframe

7 -

Bolt

Renew after removing

70 Nm +90°

8 -	Right wheel bearing housing

9 -	Heat shield

Different versions possible depending on engine version. Refer to → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”

10 -

Bolt

Either qty. 3 or qty. 4 are fitted depending on engine version. Refer to → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”

8 Nm

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