Boot, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

If the boot is faulty, moisture and dirt will penetrate into the steering gear. There must be a noticeable grease film present on steering rack in area of splines. If grease film is not present, the the steering gear must be replaced.

Replace the steering gear:

If there is corrosion.

If it is damaged.

If it is worn.

If there is dirt on the steering rack.

-- Turn the steering wheel into straight ahead position.

-- Loosen the wheel bolts.

-- Raise the vehicle.

-- Remove the wheel.

-- Mark the location of the nut on the tie rod.

-- Remove the tie rod end. Refer to TIE ROD END, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Clean outside of steering gear in area of the boot.

While Doing This, No Dirt Must Enter the Steering Gear Through the Faulty Boot.

-- Open the clamps.

-- Remove the boot from the steering gear and the tie rod.

NOTE:

If corrosion, damage, wear-out or first signs of soiling on steering rack can be seen, the complete steering gear must be replaced.

If no grease film is visible on the steering rack, steering gear must also be replaced completely.