Golf III L4-2.0L (ABA) (1995)
Steering Gear: Adjustments
Power Steering Gear, Adjusting When Installed
TRW Gear
Power steering gear, adjusting when installed
TRW
Engine switched off
Vehicle raised on hoist
Wheels in straight-ahead position
NOTE:
Adjustment only required when steering play is not correct
Two technicians are required for the adjustment
Adjusting
First technician:
Turn steering wheel back and forth (about 30° from center position)
Knocking noise which will be heard inside vehicle if there is excessive play
Second Technician:
Loosen locking nut, counter hold using tool 3315/9 and carefully turn adjusting nut in until knocking noise can no longer be heard from vehicle
interior
Tighten locking nut
Road test vehicle
Steering wheel must self-center without sticking after cornering or maneuvering
ZF Gear
Power steering gear, adjusting when installed
ZF
Adjustment requirements:
Engine switched off
Vehicle raised on hoist
Wheels in straight-ahead position
NOTE: Two technicians are required for the adjustment
Adjusting