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Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Service & Repair Manual: Assembly overview - steering rack, right-hand drive

Caution: the same restrictions apply on RHD Volkswagen Golf Mk7 models — never connect the battery, switch on ignition, or turn the rack/column while the universal joint is separated.

  Caution
The following work must not be performed while the universal joint is separated from the steering rack:
Connect battery.
Switch on ignition.
Turn steering rack.
Turn steering column.
Not adhering to these instructions will result in irreparable damage.

Assembly overview - steering rack, right-hand drive

1 -  Wiring
2 -  Fastener
3 -  Steering rack
Removing and installing → Chapter
Different versions possible. Refer to → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”
With power steering control unit -J500-
Can be tested in “Guided fault finding” using → Vehicle diagnostic tester
4 -  Left wheel bearing housing
5 -  Nut
Renew after removing
20 Nm +90°
6 -  Subframe
7 -  Bolt
Renew after removing
70 Nm +90°
8 -  Right wheel bearing housing
9 -  Heat shield
Different versions possible depending on engine version. Refer to → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”
10 -  Bolt
Either qty. 3 or qty. 4 are fitted depending on engine version. Refer to → Electronic Parts Catalogue “ETKA”
8 Nm

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    Assembly overview - steering rack, right-hand drive — Volkswagen Golf Mk7

    What does the Golf Mk7 RHD steering rack assembly show?
    Mirror of LHD with different pinion position. Same clamping and bolt torque layout.
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