Passat Sedan 4Motion W8-4.0L (BDP) (2002)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation
Steering gear
Special tools, workshop equipment, testers, measuring instruments and auxiliary items required
^
3094 Hose clamps
^
VAG 1907 Steering centering bolt
Removing
-
Remove plenum chamber cover.
-
Remove battery.
-
Remove driver's side stowage compartment.
-
Bring steering wheel to center position.
-
Remove ignition key with steering wheel in center position.
-
Move steering wheel slightly so that the steering lock engages.
Note: If the steering wheel is turned excessively with the steering gear removed, the spiral spring for the airbag system may become over-wound
and damaged.
Secure steering column against moving apart. Securing steering column before removal
-
Remove nut -1- on universal joint.
-
Relieve tension on eccentric by turning tensioning bolt (Torx T50) clockwise and remove bolt.