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Replacing a 2nd generation steering gear with a 3rd generation steering gear > < Vane pump, filling reservoir, hydraulic piping

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Differences between 2nd and 3rd generation steering gears
Differences between 2nd and 3rd generation steering gears
As of the 2009 models, 3rd generation steering gear is used. Replaces the 2nd generation steering box
Vehicles with 2nd generation steering gear and the ABS / ESP Mark 60 system can be retrofitted with 3rd generation steering gear. To read about this, please see the → Electronic parts catalogue„ETKA “.
If a vehicle is equipped with the ABS Mark 70 system and 2nd generation steering gear, retrofitting with 3rd generation steering gear is not possible in the event of a repair. To read about this, please see the → Electronic parts catalogue„ETKA “.
   
When 2nd generation steering is replaced by 3rd generation steering, the electrical cable -3- must also be replaced.
The steering can be differentiated (when installed) by counting the number of attachment bolts.
–  Raise the vehicle.
The picture shows a 2nd generation steering gear.
2nd generation steering gear is secured using 4 bolts -8- to the subframe.
3rd generation steering gear is only secured using 3 bolts -8- to the subframe; also the clamp -9- is no longer present.
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3rd generation steering is secured using one 1 bolt only-5- to the (right) subframe; also the clamp -1-, the rubber-metal mount -2- and the bracket -3- are no longer required.
  Note
The picture shows the fastening devices for a 2nd generation steering gear.
Service works to the 3rd generation steering are identical to those for 2nd generation steering.
Continuation with the steering gear(2nd and 3rd generation) → Chapter
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Replacing a 2nd generation steering gear with a 3rd generation steering gear > < Vane pump, filling reservoir, hydraulic piping