SAAB WIS ONLINE

Steering gear replacement

Steering gear replacement



Callout Component Name
Warning

With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

• The steering column

• The steering shaft coupling

• The intermediate shaft(s)

After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to be off center and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has become off center, refer to the centering procedure for the SIR coil".



Preliminary Procedures

1. With the wheels of the vehicle in the straight ahead position, lock the steering column.

2. Disconnect the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement .

3. Place drain pans under the vehicle.

4. Remove as much power steering fluid from the reservoir as possible.

5. Disconnect the front stabilizer shaft from the 2 stabilizer shaft links. Rotate the front stabilizer shaft as necessary for access. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .

6. Disconnect the 2 steering linkage outer tie rods from the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .

7. Disconnect the power steering gear inlet hose from the steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (LAU) Power Steering Gear Inlet Pipe/Hose Replacement (LF1 LHD) .

8. Disconnect the power steering gear outlet hose and the outlet hose bracket from the steering gear. Refer to Power Steering Gear Outlet and Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose Replacement (LAU) Power Steering Gear Outlet and Fluid Reservoir Inlet Hose Replacement (LF1 LHD) .

9. Perform the following steps. Refer to Drivetrain and Front Suspension Frame Replacement .

9.1. Support the front frame with a jack.

9.2. If equipped with all wheel drive, remove the propeller shaft.

9.3. Remove the rear transmission mount through bolt.

9.4. Remove the rear frame-to-body bolts.

9.5. Lower the rear part of the frame a maximum of 51 mm (2 in) in order to gain clearance for the steering gear.


1 Steering Gear Bolt (Qty: 2)

Procedure

Hold the steering gear bolt with a wrench and tighten the steering gear nut.
2 Steering Gear Nut (Qty: 2) Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten


1. 60 Nm (44 lb ft)

2. 120 degrees


3 Steering Gear

Procedure

1. If equipped with variable effort steering, disconnect the electrical connector.

2. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to Power Steering System Bleeding .

3. Measure and adjust the front toe. Refer to Wheel Alignment - Steering Wheel Angle and/or Front Toe Adjustment .