Opel Frontera UBS. Manual - part 80

 

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Opel Frontera UBS. Manual - part 80

 

 

STEERING LINKAGE  2A – 41

SECTION 2A

STEERING LINKAGE

CONTENTS

PAGE

General Description ......................................................................................................... 2A – 42

On-Vehicle Service........................................................................................................... 2A – 43

Center Track Rod Assembly........................................................................................ 2A – 43

Outer Track Rod Assembly ......................................................................................... 2A – 46

Relay Lever ................................................................................................................... 2A – 49

2A – 42 STEERING LINKAGE

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Center track rod assembly

Rod end, outer

Track rod

Rod end, inner

Relay lever

These steps are based on the LHD model.

Outer track rod assembly

Pitman arm

The steering linkage consists of a pitman arm,
relay lever, center track rod and two adjustable
outer track rods.
When the steering wheel is turned, the gear rotates
the pitman arm which forces the center track rod to
one side. The outer track rods, connected to the
center track rod by ball studs, transfer the steering
force to the wheels. The outer track rods are
adjustable and are used for toe-in adjustments.
The center track rod is supported by the pitman
arm and relay lever. The relaylever pivots on a
support attached to the frame.

The overall condition of the steering linkage affects
steering performance. If parts are bent, damaged,
worn or poorly lubricated, improper and possibly
dangerous steering action will result.
Whenever any steering linkage components are
repaired or replaced, check the steering geometry
and front end alignment. Refer to Front End
Alignment  (Sec. 3A).

433RW004

This illustration is based on the LHD model.

STEERING LINKAGE  2A – 43

ON-VEHICLED SERVICE

CENTER TRACK ROD ASSEMBLY

Removal Steps

1.

Nut and cotter pin

2.

Nut and cotter pin, pitman arm

3.

Nut and cotter pin relay lever

4.

Center track rod assembly

Installation Steps

4.

Center track rod assembly

3.

Nut and cotter pin relay lever

2.

Nut and cotter pin, pitman arm

1.

Nut and cotter pin

These steps are based on the LHD model.

2A – 44 STEERING LINKAGE

REMOVAL

Preparation:
Raise the vehicle and support the frame with suitable
safety stands.

1. Nut and Cotter Pin

Disconnect outer track rod assembly from the center
track rod.

Remover: 5-8840-2121-0 (J-36831)

CAUTION:
Be careful not to break the ball joint boot.

2. Nut and Cotter Pin, Pitman Arm

Remove pitman arm from the center track rod (Fig.
3B3-4)

Remover: 5-8840-2121-0 (J-36831)

CAUTION:
Be careful not to break the ball joint boot.

3. Nut and Cotter Pin, Relay Lever

Remove relay lever from the center track rod.

Remover: 5-8840-2121-0 (J-36831)

CAUTION:
Be careful not to break the ball joint boot.

4. Center Track Rod Assembly

INSPECTION AND REPAIR

Make necessary correction or parts replacement if wear,
damage, corrosion, bending, deteriorations or any other
abnormal condition are found through inspection.
Check the following parts.

Ball joint (Boot, screws and tapered surfaces)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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