Power-assisted steering gear

- withdraw the power steering gear from underneath the vehicle. **NOTE** *To refit the power steering gear, reverse the procedure for removal.* *Check the front wheel toe-in whenever the steering gear is removed-refitted.*

Power assisted rack-and-pinion steering gear

Dismantling–refitting 1. slacken the nut locking the tie-rod then unscrew the tie-rod until you can remove it; **NOTE** *Check that there is no stiffness or excessive play on the balljoints.*

2. undo the clamps on the dust gaiter and lubricating seal, and remove the gaiter. **NOTE** *Thoroughly check the gaiter for holes or tears, and if necessary replace it.* *Before fitting the last gaiter (pinion side), insert the specified quantity of grease.*