Differentiating Between 2Nd And 3Rd Generation Steering Boxes - Volkswagen Jetta 2005 Workshop Manual

Golf Variant 2007 ➤ , Jetta 2005 ➤
Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 07.2010
6 Differentiating between 2nd and 3rd
generation steering boxes
From model year 2009, a new, 3rd generation, steering box is
being used. It replaces the 2nd generation steering box.
To identify the type of steering box while it is fitted, count the
number of bolts with which the steering box is attached to the
subframe.
– Raise vehicle.
The 2nd generation steering box is attached to the subframe with
4 bolts and the 3rd generation steering box is attached with 3.
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