850 Turbo L5-2.3L Turbo VIN 57 B5234FT (1996)
Steering Gear: Service and Repair
Gear Spacers
NOTE: Spacers must be installed at each end of the steering gear if the car is equipped with 16" or 17" wheels, and with tires of 205 mm or more in
width, to avoid contact between the tires and body at full wheel lock. The spacers also serve to reduce the force exerted on the control arm by the wheel
lock limiter on the steering knuckle, reducing the level of noise which may occur at full lock. The spacers comprise part of a kit, P/N 271800-5. This
modification increases the turning circle by 0.3-0.5 meters (11.81-19.69 inch).
Installation
1. Clean area around boot (gaiter). Remove clamp.
CAUTION: Take care to avoid damage to boot. Push boot back.
2. Heat spacers in warm water for a few minutes to facilitate mounting on steering rack.
3. Press spacers onto rack. Flat side of spacer should face steering gear housing. Press spacer against inner ball joint on tie rod (track rod).
4. Reinstall boot (gaiter).
a. Ensure that rubber sealing strip (A) is in position on steering gear.
NOTE: Sealing strip is fitted only on right side on right-hand drive cars.
b. Refit boot (gaiter) to steering gear. Use new steel clamp, P/N 1387840-0 (included in kit).
NOTE: Hose clamp must not be used.