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Rover 600 Repair Manual Supplement (1993-1999)09 · Steering
09 · Steering & suspension

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Make
Rover
Model
600 Repair Manual Supplement
Year
1993–1999
Section
Repairs › All models
SteeringAll models

All models

All models
  1. Loosen RH and LH tie-rod end locknuts.
  2. Remove split pins from tie-rod end ball joint nuts. Discard split pins.
  3. Remove 2 ball joint nuts and break taper joints using tool 18G 1584.
  4. Note number of threads exposed from each locknut for refitting reference.
  5. Pull rack fully to passenger side, steering rack on full lock.
  6. Remove tie-rod ends.
All models – Remove tie-rod ends.
  1. Remove 4 bolts securing steering rack and stiffener plate passenger side.
  2. Remove stiffener plate and lower half of steering rack clamp.
  3. Remove 4 bolts securing steering rack and stiffener plate drivers side.
  4. Remove stiffener plate.
  5. Lower steering rack sufficiently to release pinion shaft from body aperture.
All models – Lower steering rack sufficiently to release pinion shaft from body aperture.
  1. Remove pinion shaft seal.
  2. Lower pinion end of rack and move it towards passenger side until driver’s side of rack is clear of rear beam.
  3. Move rack to driver’s side and remove from vehicle.

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