3 Series E46 316i (M43TU) SAL
32 11 100
Replacing gaiter for steering gear on left or
right
Important!
The power steering gear must be replaced if the polished
surface of the rack is damaged (e.g. by corrosion)!
After installation:
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Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment
Necessary preliminary tasks:
•
Unscrew and remove splash guard.
Release both ear clips and pull gaiter off steering gear.
Important!
To avoid damage to rack and to suspension mounting, move
rack in as far as possible.
Screw tie rod off rack of steering gear (34 WAF).
If necessary, cut open gaiter and remove.
Clean tie rod and apply grease to taper.
Note:
This ensures that the gaiter is not rotated when the tie rod is
rotated.
Fit new gaiter over tie rod.
Fit support ring (1) from repair kit.
Screw tie rod onto rack of steering gear.
Tightening torque 32 21 2AZ
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RA Replacing gaiter for steering gear on left or right
BMW AG - TIS
19.01.2013 12:40
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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