Check and replace rubber boot

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Check and replace rubber boot

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Inspect

1

Check bellows (11)

 Never check bellows by pressing in or around the bead, as this leaves behind damage to the plastic and results in leaks in the long-term.

 Because the seals on the rubber boots must be absolutely tight and leak-free to ensure that the steering rack continues to provide reliable operation, a visual inspection should be carried out as follows:

 Raise vehicle at the front axle

 Extend the bellows by turning the steering onto left or right lock and in the process check for damage (cracks, chafing marks and intrusions) and replace if necessary.

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Remove/Install

2

Remove track rod

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3

Unscrew clamping nut (10i)

4

Detach outer clamp (11b)

5

Detach inner clamp (11a)

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6

Pull off bellows (11)

7

Replace O-ring (23k)

8

Check steering rack and inner tie rod thrust joint for corrosion and play

 If the rack is already corroded and the steering has a leak as a result, it is then necessary to replace the complete rack-and-pinion steering:

Remove/install rack-and-pinion steering

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 If axial joint is worn, replace the inner track rod:

Remove/install inner tie rod with axial joint

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9

Install in the reverse order