Checking the technical condition of the steering mechanism (VAZ-2108)

The steering gear housing cavities and all metal parts are washed in kerosene. Rubber parts are washed with warm water and wiped with a clean cloth. Carefully inspect for any debris on the working surfaces of the gear 5 (see figure 102) and rails 13 traces of wear, burrs or scratches. Minor damage is eliminated with fine-grained sandpaper or a velvet file. Worn and damaged parts are replaced.

Ball bearing 6 must rotate freely, without jamming. There must be no wear or signs of jamming on the surface of the rings and balls. The rollers and bearing race 4 must not be worn or damaged. If there is the slightest doubt, the bearings are replaced with new ones.

Checking! the condition of the protective cover 20 and end caps. If they have; cracks, tears or loose gaskets on the parts, replace them. Check the condition of the ball joints of the steering rods for axial and radial clearance. If there is play in the ball joint or dirt or sand gets into it, and also if corrosion appears on the ball pin and the full travel of the thrust liner is used, replace the joint together with the rod end.

The condition of the rubber-metal hinges of the rod ends is checked. Worn and damaged hinges are replaced.

Check the condition of the support bushing 2 of the rack and its fit in the steering gear housing. Replace a damaged bushing. Replace the sealing rings 16 and 9 of the rack stop and the drive gear bearing nut with new ones, regardless of their technical condition. Clamps 19 are also designed for single use.

The dimensions of the main mating parts and the limits of permissible contributions during operation are given in Table 14.