Disassembly and reassembly

3 Unscrew the connections from the delivery and return hoses connected to the steering box and let the fluid drain off for at least five minutes.

38 ÷ 42 Nm
(3.8 ÷ 4.3 kgm)

– (only for 1.8 - 2.0 T.S.) disconnect the speed engagement tie-rods (see: GR. 13 - GEARBOX OUTER LINKAGE).

1. Working from within the vehicle, unscrew the bolt securing the lower section of the steering column to the steering box pinion.

21 ÷ 17 Nm
(2.14 ÷ 1.73 kgm)

1. Loosen the two screws securing the steering box to the front crossmember.

47 ÷ 57 Nm
(4.74 ÷ 5.81 kgm)

– Remove the front crossmember (see: GR. 21 - FRONT CROSSMEMBER AND ANTIROLL BAR) and remove the steering box.

Refit by reversing the procedure followed for removal and tighten the nuts, screws and bolts to the correct torque. Ensure that the reservoir has been topped up with the specified fluid and check the sealing after connecting the hoses.

Disassembly and reassembly

1. Loosen the counternut securing the lateral tie-rod.

NOTE: Before proceeding to the next stage measure value "A" shown in the illustration in order to carry out the successive installation correctly.