A6 Sedan V6-2.8L (ATQ) (2000)
Steering Gear: Description and Operation
Steering Gear With Steering Damper
Steering Gear With Steering Damper
1. Tie rod end
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Make sure dust caps are seated correctly and not damaged
2. Nut
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40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.)
3. Clamp
4. Boot
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Check for damage
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Can be replaced with steering gear installed
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Must not be twisted after adjusting rack
5. Clamp
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Always replace
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Tighten using VAG1275
6. O-ring
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Always replace
7. Inner tie rod end
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100 Nm (74 ft. lbs.)
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Grease joint using steering gear grease AOF 063 000 04
8. Steering damper bracket
9. O-ring
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Always replace
10. Spring washer
11. Hose clamp
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Always replace
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Tighten using VAG1275
12. Boot
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Check for damage
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Can be replaced with steering gear installed
13. Power steering gear
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Grease rack using steering gear grease AOF 063 000 04
14. Nut
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10 Nm (7 ft. lbs.)
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To loosen and tighten counter hold on steering damper piston rod hex
15. Bushing
16. Rubber mount