Passat Wagon L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (AHU) (1997)
Screw right rod onto toothed rod and tighten by hand
Turn toothed rod radially from stop to stop, during this process observe pointer on gauge.
Needle run-out max. 0.10 mm
If needle run-out is greater than 0.10 mm, screw pressure piece slightly into housing
If the needle run-out is less than 0.10mm, screw pressure piece slightly out of housing
Tighten lock nut
Check needle run-out again, if necessary repeat adjustment
Remove gauge
Close hole in adjusting screw with a stopper from repair kit
First install clip -2- with gasket -1- in the hole
Apply 1 drop sealing compound, Part No. AMV 188 001 02, or equivalent, in the hole of the clip -arrow- and press plug -3- into the clip
TIE RODS, INSTALLING
See tie rods, removing and installing (TRW and ZF steering gear). See: Tie Rod/Service and Repair
Power Assisted Steering Box (ZF)
Power steering gear disassembling / assembling (ZF)
This repair is limited to replacing the sealing rings and, if necessary, the toothed rod. Steering gears that are damaged by an accident must be replaced.
For a satisfactory and successful repair, the greatest care, safety and proper tools are required.
NOTE:
Clean hose connections and thoroughly before opening their surroundings
Thoroughly clean work place (workbench, vise) before starting work if necessary place paper towels on the working surface
Place parts that have been removed on a clean surface. If the repair will not be carried out immediately, cover parts
Do not use cloths with lint
All the replacement parts that are needed are contained in the repair kit
Only take replacement parts out of the package right before installing. Use only parts in original packaging
Always install all of the parts in the repair kit
Power steering gear, disassembling
Tie rods, removing See: Tie Rod/Service and Repair