Vauxhall Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Steering Gear, Overhaul

Note:   The procedure refers to Field Repair 1859 in the event of complaints about noise from the steering gear.

  Remove

2.   Attach steering gear (1) to previously prepared assembly holder Note:   Clamp assembly holder in vice •   Screw in 2x screw connections (2) •   Release 2x bellows – Detach 4x clamps •   Dismantle 2x tie rods (arrows) as shown

3.   Move steering gear into centre position Note:   Using a calliper gauge, measure the projection of the steering rack with respect to the housing at both ends. The projection must be the same on both sides. The projection of the rack can be adjusted by turning the steering shaft.

4.   Make mark (I) •   On housing, aligned with lock nut (1) and adjusting screw (2) 5.   Make mark (II) •   On housing, aligned with steering shaft (3)

6.   Slacken lock nut (1) with KM-280 7.   Unscrew adjusting screw (3) with lock nut (1) Note:   The position of the lock nut with respect to the adjusting screw must not change. This is essential in order to ensure the correct installation position.

8.   Detach seal ring (2) •   Press seal ring into housing with suitable object (3) •   Prise out seal ring from housing with screwdriver (1) and remove

9.   Remove retaining ring (2) •   Remove grease •   Remove retaining ring (2) 10.   Pull steering shaft (1) from housing (arrow) 11.   Pull rack (3) out of housing and check the surface Note:   If the surface is damaged, e.g. if there is scoring, replace the steering gear. 12.   Remove old bearing bush Note:   The bearing bush is located on the passenger side. •   Release bearing bush (3) with suitable tool and remove 13.   Clean bearing seat

  Install

14.   Insert new bearing bush •   Insert bearing bush as far as it will go •   Install retaining ring (1) 15.   Coat bearing bush with a light film of grease (supplied)