Steering rack (page 2 of 2)

12. Slacken 4 bolts securing front of subframe to body.
13. Remove 6 bolts securing rear of subframe to body.
14. Lower rear of subframe.
15. Release steering rack from steering column gaiter.
16. Withdraw steering rack out through drivers side wheel arch.

CAUTION: Be careful not to damage steering rack gaiters when removing steering rack.

17. Remove and discard pinion cover.

Refit

1. Fit NEW pinion cover and tighten bolts to 8 Nm.
2. Position rack to subframe.
3. Fit ’U’ bolt to steering rack and subframe. Fit nuts but do not tighten at this stage.
4. Fit steering rack clamp. Fit nuts and tighten to 22 Nm.
5. Tighten ’U’ bolt nuts to 22 Nm, ensure that thread protrusion behind each nut is equal.
6. Raise subframe into position.
7. Fit bolts securing subframe to body and tighten to: Front bolts = 30 Nm. Rear bolts = 45 Nm.
8. Connect track-rod ends to steering arms and tighten nuts to 30 Nm.
9. Connect steering column, intermediate shaft to rack and tighten bolt to 22 Nm.
10. Fit road wheel(s) and tighten nuts to correct torque. See INFORMATION, Torque wrench settings.
11. Remove stand(s) and lower vehicle.
12. Check and adjust wheel alignment. See Adjustments.