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Jetta Steering Rack Question



When my rack went PS fluid got past the seals of the internal hydraulic cylinder and into the rack
and pinion part. Eventually it leaked past the boots.
So, I'd say the best way to check if the rack is on the way out would be to remove the boots or at
least insert a screwdriver and pry them to the side a little to see if any fluid is in the gear part
of the rack.
The biggest PITA about replacing it is getting the PS lines off and disconnecting the steering
column.
It's an all day event.
Dan

Sent: Thursday, December 09, 2004 7:40 PM
Subject: OT: Jetta Steering Rack Question


> The daily driver, a 1990 1.8L 8v with power steering, seemed to be
> pulling to the left a little lately.  I brought it in to the local tire
> place for an alignment and a tire check.  They aligned the car and it
> was still pulling.  They said that the rack and pinion needs to be
> replaced.  This is only a tire place so they are not looking to do the
> work.  He said he could hear air or water moving around in there when he
> moved the rack during the alignment.  Not it the power steering fluid,
> in the rack.
> Have you ever heard of this?  Is there a procedure to check the rack and
> pinion?  How much of a PIA is it to replace?  Adirondack has the rack
> for about $180.  Thanks, Rick.
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