Discharge steering fluid.①
② Dismantle the high pressure oil outlet pipe connected to the steering oil pump, screw off the
hollow bolt, and remove the hose bracket connected to the engine.
Disconnect the steering gear from the steering lower shaft.③
④ Dismantle the connectors between steering gear and the return oil pipeline, and remove the
front sub-frame and steering assembly from the vehicle body.
⑤ Dismantle the steering gear assembly from the front sub-frame.
(2) Inspection of the power steering gear
Note: The internal components of the steering gear can not be disassembled, but replaced or
returned for repair by the producer.
1) Inspection of the shaking resistance of the steering tie-rod
① Shake the steering tie-rod forcibly for 10 times.
② Put one end of the steering tie-rod downwards, measure the shaking resistance by a spring
scale and compare it with the standard value.
Standard value: 1.5-4.9N·m.
In case of a value above the standard one, replace the steering tie③ -rod.
④ In case of a value below the standard one, check if the ball joint is loose or creak can be heard.
If shaking smoothly, it is all right; if any looseness detected or abnormal sound heard, replace the
steering tie-rod.
2) Inspection of steering tie-rod ball joint end and dustproof cap
① Press the dustproof cap forcibly by finger and check if there is any crack or damage on the
dustproof cap.
② In case of any crack or damage detected on the dustproof cap, replace the steering tie-rod
outer joint; however, if caused by maintenance, only replace the dustproof cap.
3) Installation of power steering gear
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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