Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Repairing steering rack

Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual / Running gear, axles, steering / Steering / Steering rack / Repairing steering rack

Repairing steering rack

1 -	Right track rod ball joint

Marked with “A” → Anchor

Removing and installing → Chapter

Installation position → Anchor

Allocation → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”.

2 -

Nut

Counterhold on track rod ball joint with a spanner when loosening or tightening nut.

70 Nm

3 -

Clamp

4 -

Boot

Must not be twisted after toe setting has been adjusted.

Removing and installing → Chapter

5 -

Clamp

Renew

Tightening → Anchor

6 -

Track rod

Removing and installing → Chapter

100 Nm

7 -	Steering rack

Allocation → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”.

Removing and installing → Chapter

8 -	Left track rod ball joint

Marked with “B” → Anchor

Removing and installing → Chapter

Installation position → Anchor

Allocation → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”.

9 -

Nut

Counterhold on track rod ball joint with a spanner when loosening or tightening nut.

70 Nm

10 -	Spring-type clip

11 -

Boot

Removing and installing → Chapter

Check for damage

Must not be twisted after toe setting has been adjusted.

12 -

Clamp

Renew after removing

Secure new hose clip using locking pliers for Phaeton steering rack -VAS 6199-.

13 -

Track rod

If defective, renew together with track rod ball joint

Removing and installing → Chapter

100 Nm

Removing and installing track rod ball joint

Special tools and workshop equipment required Ball joint puller -T10187- ...

Sensors

Removing and installing steering angle sender -G85- Note The steering angle sender -G85- is a component of the ...

Other materials:

Run-flat tyres, repair work
WARNING Tyres with run-flat properties must be replaced after they have been run deflated. Adhere to the special assembly instructions → Chapter. ...

Warning and indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings Lit up Possible cause Solution Electromechanical steering not functioning. The steering should be checked by a qualified workshop as soon as possible. ...

Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects: → Stowage → Contents Observe any country-specific legislation when securing your vehicle in the event of a breakdown. Additional information and warnings: Preparation for working in the engine compartment ...