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MG TF Factory Workshop Manual (2002-2005)13 · Steering
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Rack & pinion assembly

Make
MG
Model
TF Factory Workshop Manual
Year
2002–2005
Section
Repairs › Rack & pinion assembly
SteeringRack & pinion assembly · page 1 of 2

RACK & PINION ASSEMBLY

Service repair no - 57.25.01

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Rack & pinion assembly – Service repair no - 57.25.01
  1. Remove bolt securing steering column universal joint to rack pinion.
  2. Release steering column universal joint from rack pinion.
  3. Remove 3 nuts securing steering rack pinion cover to body.
  4. Raise front of vehicle and support on stand(s).

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

  1. Remove road wheel(s).
Rack & pinion assembly – Remove road wheel(s).
  1. Release pinion cover from steering rack pinion housing and retaining studs.
Rack & pinion assembly – Release pinion cover from steering rack pinion housing and retaining studs.
  1. Remove nuts securing RH and LH track rod end ball joints.
  2. Using 18G 1584, break taper joints and release ball joints.
Rack & pinion assembly – Using 18G 1584, break taper joints and release ball joints.
  1. Remove bolt securing cross brace to centre mounting.
  2. Support rear of front subframe on a jack.
Rack & pinion assembly – Support rear of front subframe on a jack.
  1. Remove 8 bolts securing cross brace and front subframe rear mountings to body.

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