Do-it-yourself Samand steering rack repair

In detail: do-it-yourself repair of the samand steering rack from a real master for the site my.housecope.com.

1. Raise the vehicle and secure it with safety supports.

2. Remove the steering gear assembly.

H. Install and fix the steering gear in a vise, then remove the two bolts and plate as shown in the figure.

4. Remove the O-ring.

5. Remove the adjusting nuts.

6. Remove the plastic washers.

10. Remove the pressure plunger. Clean and flush all parts and plug bore in body.

11. Apply lubricant to the thrust plunger, then install.

12. Install the gasket and spring.

1H. Install the initial set of shims 1.5 mm thick (assemble two washers 0.7 mm and 0.8 mm).

14. Using the special tool or drill (8 mm), center the plunger assembly.

15. Install the dial gauge holder and remove the drill.

16. Install the dial indicator (24402004), set it to zero.

17. Wiggle the steering gear by the ball as shown in the figure.

18. Mark the gap on the dial gauge.

19. Move aside the corrugated cover of the steering link, move the rack and fix it at a distance of 80 mm from the steering box body (middle point of the steering box), as shown in the figure.

20. Align the tie rod pivot pin 102 mm from the steering box (middle of the steering box) as shown in the illustration.

21. Find the position in which the indicator arrow deviates by the maximum angle when the staff moves within 30 mm from the center in both directions. Lock the steering gear in this position. Set dial indicator to zero.

Video (click to play).

22. The thrust plug must be overloaded from 0.02 to 0.08. The thickness of the shim must be d + 0.05. Select shims.

Shim thickness (mm): 0.10-0.12-0.15-0.18-0.20 0.Z0 - 0.40 0.50 - 0.60 - 0.70 - 0.80. Remove dial indicator and primary shims.

2H. Using a vernier caliper, measure the thickness of the plastic washer Standard thickness: 1.5 mm If the thickness of the washer is less than standard, replace it with a new one.

24. Place washers on the plate, starting with the thinnest one.

25. Install the plastic washer.

26. Make sure the gasket is fitted around the spring.

28. Install the plate and washers.

29. Tighten the mounting bolts with a tightening torque of 10 - 15 Nm.

Z0.Install the steering gear on the vehicle.

Z1. Fill and bleed hydraulic system with fluid.

Z2. Check the installation of the steering gear, adjust if necessary.

Service - GENERAL INFORMATION
To maintain good technical condition and to avoid depreciation of the vehicle, regular maintenance is required. A wide network of authorized dealerships is at your service.

Airbags
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Removal PERFORMANCE ORDER 1. Remove the brake drum. 2. Using a G-clip, clamp the brake hose closest to the brake cylinder. 3. Using the pliers.

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Each car has a device such as a steering rack. Its main function is to turn the wheels in different directions when the car is moving. It is necessary to periodically inspect the steering mechanism in order to save yourself from serious breakdowns and emergencies in the future.

The steering rack is connected to the wheels of the car by means of ball ends. The features of the steering rack are directly influenced by the type of control - hydraulic and mechanical. The mechanical type is often found on domestic cars, as well as on some old foreign cars. Hydraulic, basically, is only in the design of imported cars.

All car parts are subject to wear and tear. But most of all this applies to the steering rack mechanism. It is her mechanism that takes all the shocks, collisions into deep pits that arise from irregularities on the roads. No matter how careful you are a driver, a breakdown will happen sooner or later.

To determine if the steering rack is broken and if it needs to be repaired, you need to make sure that the rest of the chassis is in good working order. This can be done at any specialized car service. When identifying certain causes of breakdowns in the chassis of the car, it is best to eliminate them on the spot, not postponing until tomorrow.

The main signs of a breakdown or malfunction in the steering rack should be learned like two or two - this knowledge will save you a lot of trouble. So, often problems in the rack are given by a significant increase in efforts when turning the steering wheel. For hydraulic vehicles, the fluid level must be constantly monitored and, if necessary, topped up.

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If the vehicle is hydraulically controlled, there may be a loud noise or abnormal noise in the power steering pump when cornering. While driving, an unpleasant knock may appear, which gives a lot to the steering wheel. Slight play may appear when the steering wheel is turned. It appears regardless of which way you turn the steering wheel.

The most common sign of a breakdown is a slight leakage of oil, this phenomenon is typical for both types of vehicle control. The reason for this breakdown is the wear of the steering rack oil seal. If such reasons appear, repairs must be made immediately so that your vehicle control mechanism does not completely fail while driving.

It is much easier to repair a steering rack for a car with a mechanical type of control than in the case of a hydraulic one. We will consider an example of replacing and repairing a hydraulic type of control, since in this case you will learn about all the possible difficulties. First you need to figure out what elements the steering rack consists of.

The main components are the toothed shaft, bearing bush and slide valve mechanism. In a hydraulic type mechanism, a pump is attached to the steering rack, which directly drives it. By the way, it gets in the way when removing the rail. Repairing the steering rack is very difficult. If you have never performed this procedure, then it is better to contact a car service or a knowledgeable friend who will help you do the basic operations.

In addition to knowledge, you will need a number of tools and spare parts - ready-made repair kits are sold specifically for work. It has its own for each car model. But some elements are suitable for a car of the same brand - this often happens in the case of domestic cars. When the repair kit is purchased, you can start disassembling the rail. This is best done on a lift or on a viewing pit.

First you need to lock the steering wheel straight and put the car on the handbrake. You can fix the steering wheel using the locking mechanism, or by wrapping it with sealing tape along with the steering column. The next step is to remove the engine protection, if you have one. After that, unscrew the fasteners - fold them separately so that during the assembly stage you do not lose them and do not get confused.

Under the hood, if necessary, remove the air filter by moving the pipes to the side. Disable electronic chips that can interfere with the removal of the steering rack. If you have a hydraulic control system, then you must first pump out all the liquid from the tank. Nowadays, it is very expensive, so the savings will not hurt you - carefully pump it into a clean canister.

Inside the car, you need to unscrew and then knock out the cam mechanism. The high and low pressure pipes in the hydraulic booster must be unscrewed with a special wrench so as not to "lick" the edges. Under no circumstances try to rip them off with other tools at hand. This can lead to the need to completely replace them, and for this the tubes will need to be expanded. You cannot do this at home, therefore you will have to contact a specialized service, so that all your savings will come to naught.

The cam mechanism is located near the gas and brake pedals. As soon as you remove it, the rail with all its mechanisms and bearings can be pulled out of the car. During the dismantling process, complications may arise with the steering rods and ball ends, it may be necessary to unscrew them. But best of all, if you take them out with the rail, because new anthers will be much more convenient to install when everything is assembled.

The next step is to disassemble the steering rack mechanism and replace parts. At this stage, it is very important to remember the correct location of all parts and the order of their removal. Use a screwdriver to unscrew the plastic cap on the gear shaft. After that, you need to unscrew the lock nut, do it carefully so as not to rip off the thread. If necessary, lubricate the threaded connections. Next, use a flat screwdriver to remove the retaining ring and the lower rail seal. Image - Do-it-yourself Samand steering rack repair

Using a hammer, you need to remove the locking pin, because it blocks access to the upper stuffing box. In most cases, it is necessary to replace the upper oil seal of the steering rack - it is he who wears out the most during operation, the most of the load is applied to the mechanism of its bearing. The steering rack oil seal is located together with the bearing on the steering universal joint. It is necessary to remove the oil seal together with the bearing and then knock it out using a suitable type of wrench.

This must be done with extreme caution, as the cylindrical bearing balls can fly out. A new bearing is very expensive and not easy to buy. If necessary, also replace the lower steering rack oil seal. Replacing it is much easier than replacing the top one.To install the oil seal, it must first be lubricated together with the bearing. It must be installed with the right side so that the spring is directed downward. After that, install the rail in the body and put on the plastic sleeve.

Fix the oil seal in the desired position by pressing down on its edges with a screwdriver. If necessary, nudge it. Secure the plug on the gland with a retaining ring. Slide the lower oil seal onto the toothed shaft. The steering rack must be centered as accurately as possible. Fasten the steering rack bush in the car in the same order as when removing. To do this, turn it until you reach the desired goal. Then return the parts to their place in the same sequence as when removing.

After carrying out all the work on replacing the steering rack oil seal, as well as repairing the entire mechanism, it is necessary to do the alignment. You should make sure that it is not strayed, because you removed the steering rack together with the steering rods. Also, if necessary, you need to set the steering wheel if it has shifts to the right or left. To do this, remove the cover from the signal button, unscrew the lock nut and adjust the steering wheel on the slots. Image - Do-it-yourself Samand steering rack repair

After that, collect everything in the reverse order. It is much easier to replace the upper and lower oil seal in the mechanical type of control, however, the steering rack failure occurs much more often.

In order for the steering mechanism to serve you longer, you need to replace the necessary components in time, do wheel alignment and balancing, avoid road sections with large pits, maintain the required pressure in the tires of the car, change the fluid for the steering mechanism in a timely manner, and top up if necessary. All these tips will help you enjoy the pleasant driving experience in the future.

Repairing a steering rack or power steering gear, as it is also called, is an important matter - you need to be able to do it yourself. Why? Because if there is a malfunction of the steering rack, then there is a failure of the steering, and this can turn into a disaster on the road. To prevent this from happening, you need to know how to repair a steering rack.Since the rail is the part that connects the steering wheel to the wheels, it also feels the unevenness of the roads, impacts when cornering. Accordingly, the steering rack wears out quite a bit and needs proper care.

there was a knock in the rail, a noticeable beat in the steering wheel;

the steering wheel starts to spin harder;

when the steering wheel was rotated, the play of the steering rack began to be felt;

power steering fluid began to leak from the steering column;

unusual sounds appeared when the power steering was working.

Basically, repairing a steering rack on a VAZ 21099 is not much different from repairing a steering rack on a BMW 3 (E46), for example. The principle of operation is the same, but there are some differences in the design. I must admit that the work is quite difficult - before starting it, you need to know the steering rack device.A steering rack repair kit will come in handy, consisting of oil seals, O-rings, bushings, as well as a corrugation, a gear shaft bearing and a tube of grease. In the tool box you should have: a special octagonal wrench, bearing removers and pliers for mounting a circlip. Of course, a standard set of wrenches should also be at hand. Do-it-yourself steering rack repair is done on an overpass or inspection ditch.This happens in three stages - 1) removal of the steering rack, disassembly / cleaning of parts; 2) replacement of unusable parts with new ones; 3) check the steering rack gear shaft.

Use a flat screwdriver to unscrew the tie rods from the steering rack

Unscrew the lower gear shaft plug.

Unscrew the lock nut.

Remove the circlip and drive out the shaft.

Remove the lower oil seal

Remove the retaining pin that is blocking the upper oil seal.

Turn the retaining plug, pull out the retaining ring by the wire.

Pull out the steering rack on the right side, remove the oil seal with a plastic bushing from it.

Pull out the oil seal, plug, remove the spring, the clamping mechanism.

Apply special grease and place the inner oil seal (spring down).

Place the rail in the housing.

Put the bushing on the right oil seal, lubricate all parts, install the oil seal.

Install the plug, remembering to fix it with wire.

Slide the lower oil seal onto the toothed shaft.

Set the steering rack to the middle position and insert the toothed shaft into place (after having lubricated it).

Install the upper oil seal, install the circlip.

Tighten the lower lock nut, as well as the bearing, plug.

Install and tighten the hold-down mechanism, spring and plug.

Further, the installation proceeds in the reverse order.As seen, DIY steering rack repair it is quite within the power of a person who is familiar with repairs in general terms. By the way, mechanical and hydraulic steering racks, which are much more common than their modern counterpart, the electronic steering rack, are subject to self-repair. The latter needs a special setting, which is better to entrust to professionals. Image - Do-it-yourself Samand steering rack repair

The knock of the steering rack always causes negative emotions in the owners of the Peugeot 405. Especially the manifestation of negativity comes after the owner finds out how much this repair of the Peugeot 405 steering rack costs from the officials.
And so, having weighed all the pros and cons, it was decided to try to eliminate this ailment with our own hands. There is time, hands grow from the right places - there are all conditions =)
After talking with the knowledgeable, I found out that either the support sleeve on the left can knock in my rail, or the repair kit on the right is rubbing off. I did not find any backlash on the left side, but on the right it was pretty much backlash! There is reason to believe that it is possible to carve the bushing out of secondary plastic.
So it was decided to do so.
First you need to remove the wheels and put the car on stands. Think in advance that the rail will have to be reached from the left side in the direction of the car. Park so that nothing gets in the way

Using a syringe, pump out the hydraulic fluid from the power steering reservoir

Then you need to screw the nut on the steering rod and on the steering tip

This procedure can be performed using a special puller, but if this is not at hand, we resort to using a simple hammer.

We recommend preliminarily treating all loosening parts with a WD-shear.

Next, we will work in the cabin: before unscrewing the cross-piece, make marks so that it is easier to put the steering wheel straight and the wheels straight in place later.

Now carefully unscrew the hydraulic pipes

For more convenient work, we make keys of smaller sizes

Farther. He unscrewed and took out the crosspiece from the bottom. There was no need to mark here: time marked itself, everything is rusty, where there are no slots.

In 405-ke, gear shift rods are attached to the steering rack. I do not advise knocking them down with a hammer and a guide, it is better to torment them with a key for 16.

We unscrew the steering rack itself

To remove the steering rack, you will have to unscrew this bracket

Now we take out the steering rack

Let's start disassembling the steering rack of the Peugeot 405. You may need a gas wrench to remove the steering tip.

With a chisel we carefully mark the tube of the hydraulic nose

Now remove the steering rod boot. It is more difficult with the "cap" - I had to use the chisel again. We unscrew the steering rods.

We unscrew and take out the support sleeve. Here you have to be careful, there is a spring, if it fires, you will search all over the garage to look for.

We remove the body of the worm. In order not to break anything, I had to try. The best fit was a montage.

Everything was thoroughly cleaned, washed and folded into a bag. I'll go to the turner tomorrow. Let's try to carve a bushing out of secondary plastic. There is no point in buying a repair kit, because it is enough for a short time.

Use a suitable mandrel to knock out the old sleeve.

The photo is bad, but the reason for the knock is visible: the copper-graphite bushing has worn out from old age.

These are the bushings made of secondary plastic for me: one is really big (dangles on the shaft), and the second is too small. I had to pick up a file and then work with a little knife. I immediately grinded the outer diameter to insert the sleeve into the rack body. And then, having inserted it, processed the inner diameter a little.

Here you go. Now you can thoroughly lubricate everything with lithol (salidol can eventually roll up and stand in one place) and collect. Since I plan to ride a typewriter happily ever after, I changed all the rods, tips and anthers.

The main function of the steering rack (reducer) in the car device is to organize the rotation of the car. The steering rack is present in cars with power steering, as well as in those cars in which there is no power steering. It connects the steering wheel to the wheels, and therefore its role is very important for safe movement in the car. The diagnosis of this mechanism must be approached with the utmost responsibility, as well as repairs.

All cars are subject to rapid wear of steering parts, regardless of price and status, because it is these parts that take a hit at any turn, hitting an obstacle, hitting the wheels on bumps on the road.

To determine if your vehicle's steering needs repairs, look for the following signs of a malfunctioning mechanism:

there is clearly a knock on the steering rack, which is felt through the steering wheel of a car;
increased effort required to rotate the steering wheel;
there were extraneous sounds and noise in the power steering pump;
there was a backlash in the steering rack, which is felt when the steering wheel rotates;
power steering oil began to leak from the steering rack.

If any of these signs appear, do not delay repairing the steering rack. Untimely repair of steering parts can lead to loss of maintainability of the mechanism.

So, you have a steering rack leaking. What to do, how to make repairs and adjust the steering performance?
First of all, it is worth noting that it is actually very difficult to repair this unit, and it is worth starting the procedure only if you have all the necessary equipment at hand, as well as experience and knowledge in the field of car construction.

The steering rack mechanism consists of the following parts:

toothed shaft;
steering rack support sleeve;
spool mechanism.

Repairing a steering rack usually consists of several stages:

Dismantling, disassembling the steering rack and cleaning the accumulation of all its parts.
Replacement of damaged parts of the mechanism with new parts.
Diagnostics of the toothed shaft of the steering rack.

Before starting repair work, you should get a special repair kit, which includes new parts for the steering rack (oil seals, steering rack bushing, ring seals, and others).
How to remove the steering rack.

Drive the car into a hole or raise it with jacks.
Remove the engine protection (if you have one).
Remove the steering rack heat shield.
Unscrew the fasteners on the steering rack.
Remove the rail from the mountings and pull it out of the interior of the car.

It is worth noting that it will be better for you to remove the steering rack along with the steering rods, because the new anthers will be much more convenient to pull on the special protrusions on the steering rods. This will help you to fit perfectly sealed anthers.

Unscrew the rack from the steering rods using a special flat-head screwdriver.
Unscrew the bottom plastic gear shaft plug.
Unscrew the lock nut.
Remove the retaining ring and gently knock the shaft out of its place.
Pull out the lower oil seal.
Tap out the locking pin that is blocking the upper oil seal.
Unscrew the retaining plug and pull the retaining ring out of the wire that will show up as you turn it.
Pull the steering rack out through the right side and remove the oil seal and plastic bushing from the rack.
Remove the oil seal and plug, pull out the spring and pressure mechanism.

Next, wash all parts from oil and dirt deposits and carefully inspect all parts for mechanical damage due to wear. All damaged parts must be replaced without fail. If the surface of the steering rack and the gears of the toothed shaft have significant damage, then most likely it will be necessary to replace the entire mechanism as a whole (how to replace the steering rack with a VAZ 2109, read in our material).

Carefully install the inner oil seal in its place, having previously lubricated it with special grease (you need to put it through the right side with the spring down).
Place the rail into the housing.
Slide the plastic sleeve over the right gland, lubricate all parts with grease, and push the gland back into place by pushing something.
Install the plug and secure it with the retaining wire.
Slide the lower oil seal onto the toothed shaft.
Place the steering rack in the middle position.
Insert the toothed shaft into the seat after lubricating the seals with grease.
Gently push the upper oil seal into place, using a hammer to push it into place. Install the retaining ring.
Install the bottom lock nut, bearing, plug.
Install the hold-down mechanism, spring and plug. Tighten tight.

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Then install the rail on the car in reverse order. Be sure to do “camber-convergence” after the procedure for repairing or replacing parts.
Do-it-yourself steering rack repair without and with power steering has a lot in common, the differences are minor: different bushings and the composition of the lubricant.

If any of these signs appear, do not delay repairing the steering rack. Untimely repair of steering parts can lead to loss of maintainability of the mechanism.

An innovative idea allows you to cheaply repair the steering rack with your own hands. Those who wish are given the opportunity to learn from experience and, using available materials, improve this part of the mechanism of their car.This video provides information on the innovative idea and the use of materials at home when troubleshooting steering rack problems at home. A non-standard approach to eliminating extraneous sounds while driving, delights in its simplicity and results. This solution will allow you to forget about the knocking steering rack for a long time.For everyone who wants to watch the original repair of the steering rack with their own hands, the video clip provides such an opportunity. Troubleshooting steps for the device that controls the movement of the wheels and the direction of the vehicle include:

unscrewing the bolts and squeezing out the clamps with the steering wheel unscrewed with a 22 mm spanner wrench;

removing the bushings and unscrewing the bolt on the steering column in the passenger compartment in the area of the pedals with a 14 mm wrench;

removing clamps from the steering rack and removing the device through the wheel;

releasing the steering rack from thin clamps using an awl and a thin screwdriver and an anther;

preparation of several pieces of plastic from watering cans, cans and other products to fill the free space between the metal rail body and the support sleeve. The size of the blanks must correspond to the length and width of the recess for the sleeve to move;

inserting blanks inside the steering rack until it stops against the bushing, among which the last element should be the most rigid;

checking the free movement of the sleeve over the plastic, tightly installed in the rack cavity;

installation of the steering rack in place.

This solution eliminates the knock of the support sleeve for a long period of time.

If you have a little skill in auto repair, then the process is not complicated. Replacement on your own will cost much less than that of specialists.

bearing grease (any company);
liquid wrench (helps to unscrew old dried-on nuts);
clamps made of plastic for fixing the anthers of the steering rods;
repair kit for oil seals for the rail;
tube (for passing hydraulic fluid);
universal agent for processing metal from rust;
small capacity (a plastic bottle with a volume of two liters for draining old liquid);
new oil seal.

ratchet wrench set;
a device for removing tips;
special key with eight edges for adjusting the rail;
construction screwdriver.

Two hours before starting work, lubricate all rail connections and fasteners with a liquid wrench anti-rust agent. When doing this, use rubber gloves and wear safety glasses.

The car must be installed on the handbrake and the steering wheel must be locked. Place stops under the rear wheels. For safety reasons against a short circuit in the wiring, during repairs under the hood, we disconnect the minus terminal from the battery.

Then you need to install jacks on both sides of the car and place supports next to them. This is necessary to hedge against the displacement of the car from the jacks. We remove the two front wheels, unscrew the nuts on the tips, then put a special puller under his body. With the help of the head, we begin to twist on the sly, the finger gradually begins to leave the seat in the lever, but if it comes out with difficulty, then slowly knock on the lever with a hammer.

Then it is necessary to drain all the liquid from the rail into a plastic container through the distribution hose, while it is necessary to start the engine and turn the steering wheel to the right and left until the end until all the liquid comes out of the system. Next, unscrew the clamps and nuts in the rail, unscrew the bolt on the steering shaft, located near the floor itself, from the inside of the passenger compartment from the driver's side. We slowly pull the rack towards ourselves with small auxiliary movements in different directions, because the gear, which is located on the steering column shaft, is difficult to remove. When everything succeeded and the rail is removed, carefully pull the entire mechanism to the right side, there is free space.

We fix the entire unit in a vise, we begin to clean it of dirt and fuel oil. To do this, you need a clean rag, a metal brush, twenty grams of ordinary diesel fuel, we clean everything down to the aluminum base. We examine the appearance after cleaning, unscrew the steering rods. You can immediately see the first and second oil seal, it is located behind the sealing cover, which is located at the end of both sides of the rail. Using a screwdriver and careful hammer blows, so as not to damage the inner mirror part of the steering unit, the oil seal is removed.

Steering rack flowing with power steering

Any of the listed symptoms signals a malfunction that must be eliminated immediately. Lack of timely work can adversely affect the operational life of the mechanism, up to its complete failure.

If a problem is found, the car can be handed over to a car service specialist or the steering rack can be repaired with your own hands. It should be noted that self-elimination of defects requires certain knowledge about the device of the vehicle and some tools necessary for disassembling the steering rack.

Details

To fully repair the steering rack, you should have the following spare parts and tools on hand:

a special repair kit consisting of all the parts necessary for the steering rack;

corrugation;
gear shaft;
bearing;
lubricating mixture.
octahedron key at 17;
tools for mounting and dismounting bearings;
set of wrenches.

For the highest quality repairs, it is advisable to use an overpass or inspection pit.

First of all, the vehicle should be driven onto an overpass or inspection pit, after which, with the help of jacks, the vehicle should be raised and the engine protection (if present) and wheels should be dismantled. Next, you need to remove the heat-insulating plate of the gearbox and unscrew the nuts of the ends of the steering rods, which are knocked out of the ears with a hammer. The next stage consists of disconnecting the pipeline followed by a liquid removal procedure. To do this, you need to start the car engine, and then make several turns with the steering wheel in different directions. The process is completed by removing the fasteners located on the hydraulic power steering gearbox. After dismantling, the mechanism is securely fixed in a vice and cleaned of dust and dirt, which inevitably accumulate on parts during the movement of the car.

Photo instructions for dismantling:

The protection is unscrewed

Two tie rod bolts

The rods are removed

Unscrew the fastening of the clamps

Loosen the tie bolt

Removing the rubber boot.
Dismantle the intermediate shaft by removing the lock nut holding the part.
Removing the lock nut securing the rack shaft clamping cup.
Dismantling the shaft with bearing. To do this, the main shaft system is knocked out of the pre-fixed intermediate shaft with gentle blows.
Dismantling the adjusting unit.
Removing the adjusting glass.
Removing the pressure piston.

Dismantling the steering rack

After the completion of work on the disassembly of the steering rack, all the constituent elements of the mechanism are thoroughly washed from the oil and dirt deposited on them. Then the parts are subject to a thorough visual inspection for the presence of mechanical damage arising during the operation of the vehicle. Parts with serious defects must be replaced with new ones. In some cases, due to severe damage, it is advisable to completely replace the steering rack. Assemble the steering rack in the reverse order.

There are no significant differences between repairing the steering rack of cars with and without hydraulic power steering. Only bushings and compositions of fluids used to lubricate parts of the mechanism will be different.

After carrying out all the above-described work, it is recommended to carry out the diagnostic procedure for wheel alignment.

The total time it takes to repair the steering rack varies from two to three hours. These repair work refers to work of an average degree of complexity, which, with certain knowledge and skills, it is quite possible to carry out even a novice car enthusiast who has patience and perseverance in achieving a specific task.