Steering — design features Renault/Dacia Sandero cars are equipped with a rack-and-pinion steering mechanism. The steering gear consists of two steering rods connected by ball joints to the front suspension steering knuckle levers. Most of the...
Inspection and testing of the steering system on the vehicle Regularly check the condition of the steering, which determines the safety of movement When inspecting the steering, pay special attention to the condition of the protective covers and threaded connections. Replace any...
Checking free play (backlash) steering wheel With increased free play of the steering wheel, it is difficult to control the car, as it reacts to the driver's actions with a delay. In addition, increased play, which cannot be eliminated by adjusting the steering...
Steering column Removing and installing the steering wheel You will need a TORX T50 key. 1. Disconnect the wire from the terminal «minus» battery. 2. Set the steering wheel to a position corresponding to the straight-ahead movement of...
Steering rods Replacing the outer tie rod end You will need: keys «at 16», «on 19», «on 21», TORX T30, wheel bolt wrench, ball joint puller. Notes: The work is more conveniently performed on a lift. It can also be performed on a...
Steering gear — bleeding the power steering gear Pumping (air removal) hydraulic power steering system is required after any work involving depressurization of the system (replacement of pump or pipelines). A sign of air in the system is the steering wheel jamming...
Replacing the steering gear The steering gear is removed for replacement or repair. However, keep in mind that the steering gear is the most important element of ensuring traffic safety. Low-quality repair of the mechanism can lead to serious...
Replacing the power steering pump You will need: keys «by 10», «on 13», TORX T40, socket heads «by 10», «on 13», pliers, key «at 17» for pipelines. Note. The procedure for replacing the power steering pump is shown using the K4M engine as an example....