Repairing Electromechanical 2Nd And 3Rd Generation Steering Boxes - Volkswagen Jetta 2005 Workshop Manual

7 Repairing electromechanical 2nd
and 3rd generation steering boxes
At present, there is no provision for performing repairs on the 2nd
and 3rd generation steering boxes.
7.1 Removing and installing boot
Special tools and workshop
equipment required
♦ Hose clip pliers -V.A.G
1275-
♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G
1332-
♦ Tool insert 24 mm -V.A.G
1332/11-
♦ Locking pliers for Phaeton
steering box -VAS 6199-
Removing boot
Note
If boot is defective, moisture and dirt will enter steering box. There
must be a palpable film of grease in the area of the teeth on the
steering rack. If there is no film of grease, the steering box must
be renewed. Also renew steering box if there are signs of corro‐
sion, damage or wear to the steering rack.
– Turn steering wheel to straight-ahead position.
– Remove wheel.
– Clean outside of steering box in vicinity of boots.
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