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

Assembly overview - steering rack, left-hand drive

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

Removing and installing steering rack, LHD vehicles, except for e-Golf

Special tools and workshop equipment required Ball joint puller -T10187- Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331- Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332- ...

Other materials:

Buffing cloth, white -VAS 6176
Designation: Buffing cloth, white -VAS 6176- Product description: Extremely soft cloth for delicate, demanding polishing. A combination of viscose and polyester fibres make the cloth particul ...

Connecting vehicle diagnostic tester
Note Observe the latest operating instructions for vehicle diagnosis tester, which are displayed after selecting the “Administration” and “Operating Manual” keys. Special tools and workshop equipment required ...

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects: → Warning and indicator lamps → Ignition lock → Starter button → Starting the engine → Stopping the engine → Electronic immobilizer → Engine preheati ...