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REPAIR POWER STEERING BOX
Service repair no - 57.10.01
General precautions
1.Whenever any part of system, is removed or
disconnected, utmost cleanliness must be
observed.
2.Disconnected ports and hoses must be plugged
to prevent ingress of dirt. If metal sediment is
found in system, establish cause rectify and
flush system.
3.Do not start engine until reservoir is full as pump
will be damaged.
4.Metric pipe fittings are used with 'O' ring pipe
ends on fittings to steering box.
5.Follow normal 'O' ring replacement procedure
whenever pipes are disconnected.
6.Ensure compatible metric components when
fitting replacement pipes.
CAUTION: Before removing any parts of
steering linkage, it is imperative that road
wheels are positioned straight ahead.
Then steering wheel removed to prevent rotary
coupler being wound up or damaged.
CAUTION: After refitting steering linkage
parts follow correct procedure to ensure
that road wheels, steering box and
steering wheel are correctly positioned relative to
each other when in straight ahead condition. If
steering wheel requires repositioning, ensure that
drive pegs on rotary coupler are correctly
positioned before steering wheel is replaced.
This ensures drive pegs locate in their holes in
rear of steering wheel.
After final alignment connect rotary coupler
multiplug, tighten steering wheel securing nut and
fit air bag - if fitted or steering wheel trim pad.
NOTE: When drag link is disconnected
from steering box, travel available at
steering wheel to each full lock is not
equal.
Remove
1.Site vehicle on level surface.
2.Open bonnet[hood].
3.Remove filler cap from power steering fluid
reservoir.
4.Clean steering box.
5.Disconnect feed and return pipes from steering
box.
6.Plug open pipes and steering box ports to
prevent ingress of dirt.
7.Support chassis front on axle stands. Or raise
vehicle on a hoist.
WARNING: Ensure wheels are chocked,
parking brake is applied, and low range
selected.
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REPAIR
Refit
15.Position steering box to chassis side member,
ensuring locating peg is engaged. Tighten bolts
to
81 Nm.
16.Fit pinch bolt and nut securing universal joint to
power steering box. Tighten to
25 Nm.
17.Position tie bar, tighten bolts and nut to81 Nm,
starting with tie bar to mounting nut, then
loosen nut and bolts by one complete turn.
18.Check steering box, adjust if necessary.See
Adjustment, Power Steering Box
19.Refit drag link to drop arm tighten nut to40 Nm.
20.Fit undertray.
21.Lower vehicle to ground.
22.Remove plugs and refit pipes to steering box.
Tighten 16mm thread to
20 Nm.
14mm thread to15 Nm.
23.Remove filler cap. Fill reservoir to oil level mark
on dipstick. Use recommended fluid.
See
LUBRICANTS, FLUIDS AND CAPACITIES,
Information, Recommended Lubricants and
Fluids
and bleed power steering system.See
Power Steering System - Bleed
24.Recheck fluid level and replace cap.
25.With engine running, test steering system for
leaks by holding steering in both full lock
directions.
CAUTION: Do not maintain this pressure
for more than 30 seconds in any one
minute, to avoid oil overheating and
possible seal damage.
26.Test drive vehicle: using both full lock directions,
to settle steering components. If possible, drive
vehicle over speed bumps and include harsh
braking.
WARNING: Do not test drive vehicle on
public highway.
27.Drive vehicle in a straight line on level ground
and stop.
28.Tighten tie bar to mounting nut to
110 Nm.
29.Tighten bolts securing tie bar to81 Nm.
30.Ensure steering wheel is correctly aligned when
wheels are positioned straight ahead.
31.If necessary reposition steering wheel.
See
Steering Wheel
32.Road test vehicle.
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REPAIR POWER STEERING SYSTEM - BLEED
Service repair no - 57.15.02
1.Ensure fluid in reservoir reaches dipstick
maximum.
2.Run engine to normal operating temperature.
3.Recheck and correct reservoir fluid level.
NOTE: During instructions 4 to 6, maintain
maximum fluid level in reservoir. Do not
increase engine speed or move steering
wheel.
4.With engine at idle speed, loosen bleed screw.
When fluid seeps past bleed screw retighten
screw.
5.Check fluid level.
6.Clean away fluid around bleed screw.
7.Check hose connections, pump and steering box
for fluid leaks by holding steering on full lock in
both directions.
CAUTION: Do not maintain this pressure
for more than 30 seconds in any one
minute to avoid overheating fluid and
possibly damaging seals.
8.Carry out road test.POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR
Service repair no - 57.15.08
Remove
1.Remove undertray.
2.Position drain tin beneath reservoir.
3.Loosen mounting bracket clamp bolt, raise
reservoir to gain access to pipe clamps.
4.Loosen clamps, disconnect feed and return
hoses from reservoir, allow fluid to drain.
CAUTION: Plug the connections.
5.Remove reservoir.
CAUTION: Discard fluid drained from
system. Do not allow fluid to contact
paintwork, if spilled, remove fluid and
clean area with warm water.
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REPAIR LOWER STEERING SHAFT AND UNIVERSAL
JOINTS
Service repair no - 57.40.25
CAUTION: Before removing any parts of
steering linkage, it is imperative that road
wheels are positioned straight ahead.
Then steering wheel removed to prevent rotary
coupler being wound up or damaged.
CAUTION: After refitting steering linkage
parts follow correct procedure to ensure
that road wheels, steering box and
steering wheel are correctly positioned relative to
each other when in straight ahead condition. If
steering wheel requires repositioning, ensure that
drive pegs on rotary coupler are correctly
positioned before steering wheel is replaced.
This ensures drive pegs locate in their holes in
rear of steering wheel.
After final alignment connect rotary coupler,
tighten steering wheel securing nut and fit air bag
module - if fitted or steering wheel trim pad.
Remove
1.Ensure road wheels are straight ahead.
2.Remove pinch bolt securing top universal joint to
steering column.
3.Remove 2 pinch bolts securing lower universal
joint.
4.Move lower shaft up to release lower universal
joint from steering box splines. Remove lower
shaft.
5.Remove universal joint from lower shaft.
NOTE: Do not dismantle upper coupling
joint. Steering shaft, rubber coupling and
top universal joint is only available as an
assembly.
6.Inspect lower universal joint for wear and
excessive play, renew if necessary.
7.Inspect top universal joint and rubber coupling,
renew lower shaft as an assembly if necessary.
8.Inspect universal joints for stiffness, lubricate if
necessary.
NOTE: Prior to fitting a replacement
steering shaft check the following:9.Release stud fasteners securing heat shield (if
fitted).
10.Check that indicator clip coloured red is fully
inserted under head of compression joint bolt.
WARNING: If clip is displaced, no attempt
must be made to drive clip into
engagement, a new shaft assembly must
be fitted.
11.Secure heat shield stud fasteners (if fitted).
Refit
NOTE: Fit universal joints so pinch bolt
holes line up with flat on shaft.
12.Position lower universal joint on shaft.
13.Position shaft assembly onto steering column.
Move assembly up spline to enable lower
universal joint to fit onto steering box splines.
14.Align bolt holes with grooves in splines. Fit pinch
bolts. Tighten to
25 Nm.
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REPAIR STEERING COLUMN SHROUD
Service repair no - 57.40.29
Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Remove 3 screws securing shroud.
3.Carefully release upper shroud from lower.
4.Manoeuvre lower shroud clear of steering
column.
Refit
5.Position upper and lower shrouds to steering
column ensuring plastic tags on lower shroud
are correctly located. Clip both halves of shroud
together.
6.Fit and tighten 3 screws.STEERING WHEEL
Service repair no - 57.60.01
CAUTION: Prior to commencing work on
vehicles fitted with an air bag,
See
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM,
Description and operation,
CAUTION: Before removing any parts of
steering linkage, it is imperative that road
wheels are positioned straight ahead.
Then remove steering wheel to prevent rotary
coupler being wound up or damaged.
CAUTION: After refitting steering linkage
parts follow correct procedure to ensure
that road wheels, steering box and
steering wheel are correctly positioned relative to
each other when in straight ahead condition. If
steering wheel requires repositioning, ensure that
drive pegs on rotary coupler are correctly
positioned before steering wheel is replaced.
This ensures drive pegs locate in their holes in
rear of steering wheel.
After final alignment connect rotary coupler
multiplug, tighten steering wheel securing nut and
fit air bag - if fitted or steering wheel trim pad.
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REPAIR Remove
1.Disconnect battery negative lead.
2.Position road wheels straight ahead so steering
wheel can be correctly re-assembled.
3. Airbag fitted:Remove air bag.
See
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM,
Repair, Driver's Airbag Module
4.Remove trim pad from steering wheel,
disconnect Lucars from horn button.
5.Disconnect rotary coupler multiplug.
6.Loosen but do not remove retaining nut.
7.Release steering wheel from taper, remove
retaining nut and washer.
8.Release harness from retaining clip.
9.Withdraw steering wheel whilst at the same time
feeding harness through wheel hub.
CAUTION: Prevent rotation of rotary
coupler once steering wheel is removed.
Secure in position with adhesive tape.
NOTE:Do not carry out further
dismantling if component is removed for
access only.
Refit
10.Recheck road wheels are positioned straight
ahead.
11.Position steering wheel to column, feed harness
through wheel hub.
12.Remove adhesive tape securing rotary coupler.
13.Locate rotary coupler drive pegs and indicator
switch self-cancel pegs in steering wheel hub,
push wheel fully onto taper.
14.Fit steering wheel nut. Tighten to
50 Nm.
15.Connect rotary coupler multiplug.
16.Non airbag module: Fit horn push assembly,
connect Lucars to horn button, secure harness
in clip.
17.Fit airbag module - if fitted.
See
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM,
Repair, Driver's Airbag Module
18.Reconnect battery negative lead.
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REPAIR UPPER STEERING COLUMN
Service repair no - 57.40.01
NOTE: Steering column assembly is not a
serviceable component.
CAUTION: Before removing any parts of
steering linkage, it is imperative that road
wheels are positioned straight ahead. then
steering wheel removed to prevent rotary coupler
being wound up or damaged.
CAUTION: After refitting steering linkage
parts follow correct procedure to ensure
that road wheels, steering box and
steering wheel are correctly positioned relative to
each other when in straight ahead condition. if
steering wheel requires repositioning, ensure that
drive pegs on rotary coupler are correctly
positioned before steering wheel is replaced.
This ensures drive pegs locate in their holes in
rear of steering wheel.
After final alignment, connect rotary coupler
multiplug, tighten steering wheel securing nut and
fit airbag - if fitted or steering wheel trim pad and
horn push assembly.
Remove
1.Remove steering wheel.
See Steering Wheel
CAUTION: Prevent rotation of rotary
coupler once steering wheel is removed.
Secure in position with adhesive tape.
2.Remove driver's access panel.
3.Remove steering column shroud.
See Steering
Column Shroud
4.Remove rotary coupler.See
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM,
Repair, Rotary Coupler
5.If fitted - remove 4 screws securing knee bolster,
remove knee bolster.
6.Disconnect column switch multiplug.
7.Disconnect ignition switch multiplug from fuse
box.
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REPAIR Refit
20.Manoeuvre upper column to position in footwell,
ensure splines in column and universal joint are
correctly engaged and rubber boot is fitted.
21.Fit but do not tighten universal joint pinch bolt.
22.Position upper column to upper mounting, fit
washers and nuts, do not tighten nuts.
23.Fit but do not tighten nuts and bolts securing
upper column to lower mounting.
24.Fit lower mounting steady bracket, fit but do not
tighten nuts and bolts.
25.Ensure upper column is aligned to mountings.
26.Tighten all nuts and bolts to
22 Nm.
27.Tighten universal joint pinch bolt to25 Nm.
28.Connect column switch multiplug.
29.Connect ignition switch multiplugs.
30.Fit rotary coupler.
See SUPPLEMENTARY
RESTRAINT SYSTEM, Repair, Rotary
Coupler
31.Fit steering wheel.See Steering Wheel
32.Reconnect battery negative lead.
33.Check steering column lock for correct
operation, tighten shear bolts until heads shear
off.
34.If fitted - position knee bolster, fit and tighten
screws.
35.Fit steering column shroud.
See Steering
Column Shroud
36.Fit driver's access panel.