Steering system — general information All models are lit by rack and pinion steering. The steering gear is bolted to the subframe and actuates the steering knuckles through the tie rods. The inner ends of the steering rods are protected by rubber boots,...
Steering wheel — removal and installation Attention! The models covered in this manual are equipped with an assisted restraint system (SRS), known as «airbag system». To prevent accidental deployment of airbags, which could result in injury, be sure to...
Steering column — removal and installation Removing 1. Put the car on the platform and point the front wheels straight ahead. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery. 2. Remove the steering wheel ( see paragraph 16 ), then turn the ignition key to the LOCK...
Tie rod ends — removal and installation Attention! If the vehicle is equipped with electronically controlled air suspension, turn off the suspension height control switch before raising the vehicle. Removing 1. Loosen the wheel nuts. Raise the front of the...
Steering gear covers — replacement Attention! If the vehicle is equipped with electronically controlled air suspension, turn off the suspension height control switch before raising the vehicle. 1. Loosen the wheel nuts, raise the vehicle and securely...
Steering gear — removal and installation Attention! If the vehicle is equipped with electronically controlled air suspension, turn off the suspension height control switch before raising the vehicle. Attention! Do not turn the steering shaft when the steering...
Power steering pump — removal and installation Attention! If the vehicle is equipped with electronically controlled air suspension, turn off the suspension height control switch before raising the vehicle. Removing 1. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery (...
Power Steering System — Bleeding Attention! If the vehicle is equipped with electronically controlled air suspension, turn off the suspension height control switch before raising the vehicle. 1. After any operation that disconnected the power steering...
Subframe — removal and installation Attention! If the vehicle is equipped with electronically controlled air suspension, turn off the suspension height control switch by raising the vehicle. 1. Disconnect the ground wire from the battery ( see paragraph 1...
Wheels and tires — general information 1. The wheels of all vehicles described in this manual are equipped with metric size radial tires with fiberglass or steel ply (Pic. 24.1). Fitting tires of a different size may affect the vehicle's handling and driving...
Wheel alignment — general information Wheel alignment angles determine the geometry of the position of the wheels relative to the vehicle suspension and road surface. Violation of the adjustment leads to a decrease in vehicle controllability and accelerated...