MAPCO 29754/9 Steering Gear

The Mechanic helps: Tip about hydraulic system

Hey Folks ... here are a few tips on steering hydraulic system and a Mounting Instructions for Steering Gear.

If you work on the hydraulic system of the power steering system, please take care on absolute cleanliness.
Hydraulic pump and steering gear have the most accurate tolerances. This means that even the smallest dirt particles can cause a defect or complete failure of the hydraulic system.

That's why it is really important that you pay attention to properly flushing and venting the hydraulic system.
How you purge and deflate the steering system in a professional way, shows this guide.
I recommend you, no matter what work - whether on the piping system, steering gear or on the hydraulic pump - then always perform a service.

If the hydraulic pump or steering gear breaks down, you'll have to pay a huge price, so invest in 2-3 liters of hydraulic oil and save yourself from damaging the steering system.

Steering gears belong to the wearing parts on the motor vehicle, which can be reprocessed. It is important for us to preserve and recycle these raw materials. The Take back of steering gear old parts is depending on a certain criteria for reasons of usability.

Tips and tricks for hydraulic pump and steering gear you can find on my Youtube channel at Video Hydraulic Pump Change and Steering Gear.

I recommend as always, take a friendly professional aside or rather go straight to the workshop. If you have any questions, just call the free 08002060666 hotline. I personally answer you all open questions.