IMPORTANT: The hydraulic steering gear must be replaced if the polished surface of the rack is damaged (e.g. by corrosion)!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
Clean track rod.
Release band clamp (1) and EAR CLIP (3).
Detach gaiter (2) from track rod.
Installation note:
Clean rack and check surface for damage (e.g. by corrosion).
Clean track rod and apply grease to taper.
NOTE: This ensures that the gaiter is not rotated when the track rod is rotated.
After installation:
BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Steering arms, tie rods, steer. damper: Instructions for removing and installing ear clips
Special tools required:
32 1 260
NOTE: The work steps are show on assorted components.
Ear clip must always be replaced.
To remove an ear clip, place special tool 32 1 260 at right angles to ear and cut ear open.
The ear clip can be fitted not only axially but also radially after the ...