The steering gear is removed for repair or replacement. However, keep in mind that the steering mechanism is the most important element in ensuring traffic safety. Low-quality repair of the mechanism can lead to serious consequences, therefore, for its repair, we recommend contacting a car service.
1. Remove the front suspension cross member (see «Removal and installation of a cross-beam of a forward suspension bracket»).
2. Holding the wrench against turning the bolts of the steering mechanism to the front suspension cross member...
NOTE: This is how the steering gear to front suspension crossmember bolts are located.
3.... unscrew the nuts of the bolts, remove the bolts...
4.... and remove the steering gear.
5. Establish the steering mechanism and all removed details in an order, the return to removal.
WARNING: The connection of the tubes to the steering gear is sealed with rubber rings. Replace the rings with new ones each time the connection is disconnected.
NOTE: When installing the steering gear, make sure that the rack is in the middle (neutral) position.
6. Bleed the air from the power steering system (see «Bleeding the power steering system»).
7. Have the front wheel alignment checked and, if necessary, adjusted by a specialist workshop.