Power Steering Land Rover Range Rover Sport I

SPECIFICATIONS

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GENERAL SPECIFICATION

TORQUE SPECIFICATION

COMPONENT LOCATION

Note. Petrol version shown

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OVERVIEW

The steering system comprises a ZF manufactured rack and pinion Servotronic 2 steering gear, a power steering pump, a reservoir, a fluid cooler and fluid hoses. The steering gear is an end take-off rack and pinion power assisted unit with the addition of road speed proportional ZF Servotronic 2 assistance.

Servotronic 2 adds electronic control and speed sensitive steering to the steering gear. The Servotronic 2 feature provides easy and comfortable steering operation when parking, improved 'road feel' at increased road speeds and adds an integrated, positive centre feel feature which optimises steering wheel torque during high speed driving.

The Servotronic 2 system is controlled by software which is incorporated into the air suspension control module. The software responds to steering torque inputs and road speed signals and controls the assistance via a transducer valve located on the steering gear valve.

The steering gear has a variable ratio rack. This provides conventional response when the steering is in the centre, straight ahead position, but provides more direct and faster steer as the turning angle increases. The variable ratio provides precise and rapid steering response at high speeds and optimizes the steering of the vehicle when manoeuvring into parking spaces, turning in tight areas and when cornering in extreme conditions.

The steering gear rack has a travel of 158 mm (6.22 in). Lock to lock requires 3.167 revolutions of the steering wheel which gives a ratio of 45 mm (1.77 in)/revolution at the centre position and 52.6 mm (2.07 in)/revolution at end of lock.

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The steering gear is located at the front of the engine, below the accessory belt drive. The gear is attached to two brackets on the chassis and is secured to the brackets with flanged bolts and caged nuts. The cage prevents the nuts from turning when the bolts are loosened or tightened. The cage nuts can only be used once and must be replaced when the gear is removed. For service, M12 Nylock nuts are available as a replacement for the cage nuts.

The steering gear comprises an aluminum, cast, valve housing which contains the hydraulic valve unit and Servotronic valve. The mechanical steering rack and the hydraulic power unit are located in a tubular steel cylinder which is attached to the cast valve housing.

The steering gear uses a rack with an integrated piston which is guided on plain bearings within the cylinder and the valve housing. The pinion, which is attached to the valve unit, runs in bearings and meshes with the rack teeth. The rack is pressed against the pinion by a spring loaded yoke which ensures that the teeth mesh with the minimum of play. The pinion is connected to the valve unit via a torsion bar. The rotary motion of the steering wheel is converted into linear movement of the rack by the pinion and is initiated by the valve unit. This movement is transferred into movement of the road wheels by adjustable tie-rods.

The rack teeth angles vary from 20 degrees in the centre position to 40 degrees at the end sections of the rack. It is this variation in teeth angles which provides the variable ratio.

The 50 mm (1.97 in) diameter piston of the hydraulic power unit is located at one end of the cylinder. Each side of the piston is connected to fluid pressure or fluid return via external metal pipes which are connected to the valve unit.

Each end of the gear has a threaded hole which provides for the fitment of the tie-rod. The external ends of the gear are sealed with steering gear boots which prevent the ingress of dirt and moisture. The tie-rod has a long threaded area which allows for the fitment of the tie-rod end. The thread allows for the adjustment of the steering toe. When the correct toe is achieved, a locknut is tightened against the tie-rod end preventing inadvertent movement.

The gear has a central hole machined along part of its length. The hole allows the air in the boots to be balanced when the steering is turned. The boots are serviceable items and are retained on the gear housing and the tie-rod with zip ties.

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The valve unit is an integral part of the steering gear. The principle function of the valve unit is to provide maximum power assistance (i.e. when parking) with minimum effort required to turn the steering wheel.

The pinion housing of the valve is an integral part of the main steering gear casting. The pinion housing has four machined ports which provide connections for pressure feed from the power steering pump, return fluid to the reservoir and pressure feeds to each side of the cylinder piston.

The valve unit comprises an outer sleeve, an input shaft, a torsion bar and a pinion shaft. The valve unit is co-axial with the pinion shaft which is connected to the steering column via the input shaft. The valve unit components are located in the steering gear pinion housing which is sealed with a cap.

The outer sleeve is located in the main bore of the pinion housing. Three annular grooves are machined on its outer diameter. PTFE rings are located between the grooves and seal against the bore of the pinion housing. Holes are drilled radially in each annular groove through the wall of the sleeve. The bore of the outer sleeve is machined to accept the input shaft. Six equally spaced slots are machined in the bore of the sleeve. The ends of the slots are closed and do not continue to the end of the outer sleeve. The radial holes in the outer sleeve are drilled into each slot.

The input shaft has two machined flats at its outer end which allow for the attachment of the steering column intermediate shaft yoke. The flats ensure that the intermediate shaft is fitted in the correct position to maintain the optimum phase angle. The inner end of the input shaft forms a dog-tooth which mates with a slot in the pinion shaft. The fit of the dog-tooth in the slot allows a small amount of relative rotation between the input shaft and the pinion shaft before the dog-tooth contacts the wall of the slot. This ensures that, if the power assistance fails, the steering can be operated manually without over stressing the torsion bar. The central portion of the input shaft has equally spaced longitudinal slots machined in its circumference. The slots are arranged alternately around the input shaft.

The torsion bar is fitted inside the input shaft and is an interference fit in the pinion shaft. The torsion bar is connected to the input shaft by a drive pin. The central diameter of the torsion bar is machined to a smaller diameter in its central section. The smaller diameter allows the torsion bar to twist in response to torque applied from the steering wheel in relation to the grip of the tyres on the road surface.

The pinion shaft has machined upper teeth on its central diameter which mate with teeth on the steering gear rack. A slot, machined in the upper end of the pinion shaft mates with the dog-tooth on the input shaft. The pinion shaft locates in the pinion housing and rotates on ball and roller bearings.

The following hydraulic circuits show power steering operation and fluid flow for the steering in a straight ahead, neutral position and when turning right. The circuit diagram for turning left is similar to that shown for turning right.

Note. Circuit shows steering rotary valve in neutral position with the vehicle not moving.

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When the engine is started, the power steering pump draws fluid from the reservoir down the low pressure suction line. The fluid passes through the pump and is delivered, via a hose, to the steering rack valve unit.

The pressurized fluid flows through a connecting bore in the valve and, via the feed fluid radial groove and the transverse bores in the valve sleeve, passes to the feed fluid control groove of the valve rotor.

In the neutral (straight ahead) position, the fluid passes over the open feed fluid control edges to all valve sleeve axial grooves. The fluid then passes through the open return fluid control edges and the return fluid control grooves of the valve rotor. The fluid then passes via connecting bores to the return fluid chamber and to the reservoir via an external hose.

Simultaneously, the radial grooves of the valve body and their associated pipes provide a connection between the left and right power assist cylinders.

Note. Circuit shows steering rotary valve in right turn position, at high vehicle speed and with rapid steering corrections. The Servotronic transducer valve is fully open and the maximum hydraulic reaction is limited by the cut-off valve.

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When the steering wheel is turned to the right, the steering rack and piston moves to the right in the piston bore. The valve rotor is rotated to the right (clockwise) which directs pressurized fluid over the further opened feed fluid control edges and associated axial grooves, the radial groove and via an external pipe to the left power assist cylinder chamber. The pressure applied to the piston from the left power assist cylinder chamber provides the hydraulic assistance.

An adaptable pressure build-up is achieved by the partially or fully closed feed fluid control edges restricting or preventing a connection between the fluid pressure inlet and the other axial grooves connected to the radial groove.

Simultaneously, the fluid pressure outlet to the pressurized axial grooves are restricted or partially restricted by the closing return fluid control edges. The fluid displaced by the piston from the right power assist cylinder chamber, flows through an external pipe to the radial grooves. From there the fluid passes to the associated axial grooves and on to the return fluid control grooves, via the further opened return fluid control edges.

The return flow of fluid to the reservoir passes via interconnecting bores which lead to the return fluid chamber. When the steering wheel is turned to the left the operating sequence is as above but the pressure is applied to the opposite side of the piston.

SERVOTRONIC VALVE

The Servotronic transducer valve is located in a port on the side of the steering gear valve housing. The valve is sealed in the housing with an O-ring seal and is secured with two long screws into threaded holes in the housing. The Servotronic valve is a transducer controlled valve which responds to control signals supplied from the body control module.

The Servotronic valve determines the hydraulic reaction at the steering gear rotary valve and controls the input torque required to turn the steering wheel. The Servotronic system allows the steering to be turned with minimum effort when the vehicle is stationary or manoeuvred at slow speed. The hydraulic reaction changes proportional to the vehicle speed, with the required steering effort increasing as the vehicle moves faster. At high speeds, the Servotronic system provides the driver with a good feedback through the steering providing precise steering and improved stability.

The body control module contains a microprocessor which receives road speed signals from the ABS module and calculates the correct controlling signal for the Servotronic valve. The Servotronic software within the control module has a diagnostic capability which allows T4 to check the tune of the steering and retrieve fault codes relating to the Servotronic valve. Two fault codes are stored relating to the valve for positive connection short to ground or battery and negative connection short to ground or battery.

The Servotronic software within the body control module contains a number of steering maps which are selected via the car configuration file depending on the vehicle model, tire fitment and fitment of Dynamic Response.

If a failure of the Servotronic valve or software occurs, the system will suspend Servotronic assistance and only a default level of power assistance will be available. Fault codes relating to the fault are stored in the body control module. No warning lamps are illuminated and the driver may be aware of the steering being 'heavier' than usual.

Servotronic Operation

When the vehicle is manoeuvred into and out of a parking space (or other similar manoeuvre), the Servotronic function of the body control module uses road speed data from the ABS module to determine the vehicle speed, which in this case will be slow or stationary. The control module microprocessor analyses the signals and outputs an appropriate control current to the Servotronic transducer valve. The Servotronic valve closes and prevents fluid flowing from the feed fluid radial groove to the reaction chamber. An orifice also ensures that there is return pressure in the reaction chamber. This condition eliminates any 'reaction' ensuring that the steering is very light to operate, reducing the effort required to turn the steering wheel.

As the vehicle is driven and the road speed increases, the body control module microprocessor analyses the road speed signals from the ABS module and reduces the amount of control current supplied to the Servotronic valve. The Servotronic valve reacts to the control current and opens the valve by an amount appropriate to the road speed. This allows a controlled fluid supply from the feed fluid radial groove to the reaction chamber. The orifice prevents the loss of large amounts of fluid to the return fluid chamber. The higher fluid pressure acting on the reaction piston causes compression of the balls which are located between the reaction piston and the centering piece which in turn is securely connected to the valve sleeve. When driving in a straight line, this has a positive effect on the exact centralising of the steering valve. When the steering valve is actuated, the balls, with a higher load on them, provide additional torsional resistance to rotation of the valve rotor. This mode of Servotronic assistance requires an established higher steering wheel torque until the hydraulic assistance required in the left or right power assist cylinder is determined.

At high driving speeds, i.e. on a motorway, the Servotronic valve is fully open due to a very low or non-existent control current supplied from the body control module. This enables maximum pressure supply from the feed fluid radial groove to the reaction piston.

When the steering wheel is turned, the reaction pressure increases appropriate to the existing operating pressure and pressurizes the piston in the reaction chamber. As soon as the reaction pressure reaches its upper limit, the fluid is discharged to the return fluid chamber via the cut-off valve and prevents further increases in reaction pressure. This maintains the input torque applied through the steering wheel and provides the driver with an improved 'road feel' allowing precise steering and directional stability.

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The power steering pumps used are basically the same pump with different connection fitments, therefore they are not interchangeable.

The pump is a fixed displacement, vane type pump which supplies hydraulic pressure to the steering gear valve unit. The pump is driven by a Poly Vee belt from the crankshaft pulley. A self-adjusting tensioner is fitted to maintain the correct tension on the belt.

The pump has an internal flow control valve which also incorporates a pressure relief valve. The pressure relief valve limits the maximum pressure supplied to the steering gear to 115 bar (1667 lbf in 2 ) ± 4 bar (58 lbf in 2 ). The flow control valve limits the maximum flow to 8.8 l/min (1.93 gal/min) ± 0.5 l/min (0.1 gal/min) regardless of engine speed. The pump has a displacement of 11 cc/rev (0.67 in 3 /rev).

A shaft runs longitudinally through the pump. One end of the shaft is bolted on the drive pulley, the opposite end of the shaft is closed by a cover. The shaft runs in bearings located in the body and oil seals at each end of the shaft prevent leakage of hydraulic fluid.

The pump contains ten vanes which rotate within a cam ring and are driven by the shaft. As the vanes rotate, the cam ring causes the space between the vanes to increase. This causes a depression between the vanes and fluid is drawn from the reservoir via the suction hose into the space between the vanes.

As the shaft rotates, the inlet port is closed to the vanes which have drawn in fluid, trapping the fluid between the vanes. The cam ring causes the space between the vanes to reduce and consequentially compresses and pressurizes the hydraulic fluid trapped between them.

Further rotation of the shaft moves the vanes to the outlet port. As the vanes pass the port plate the pressurized fluid passes from the pump outlet port into the pressure hose to the steering gear.

The pressurized fluid is subject to control by the flow control and pressure relief valve. The flow control valve maintains a constant flow of fluid supplied to the steering gear irrespective of engine speed variations. The pressure relief valve activates only to limit the maximum system pressure on the output side of the pump. A metering orifice is included in the discharge port of the pump. If the pressure in the orifice reaches a predetermined level, a spring loaded ball in the centre of the flow control valve is lifted from its seat and allows pressurized fluid to recirculate within the pump.

The pressure relief valve will operate if the discharge from the pump is restricted, i.e.; steering held on full lock. If the output from the pump is blocked, all output is recirculated through the pump. In this condition, as no fresh fluid is drawn into the pump from the reservoir, the fluid temperature inside the pump will increase rapidly. Consequentially, periods of operation of the steering gear on full lock should be kept to a minimum to prevent overheating of the pump and the fluid within it.

The pump is a variable displacement, vane type pump which supplies the required hydraulic pressure to the steering gear valve unit. The pump is located at the front of the engine and is driven by a Poly Vee belt which is directly driven from the crankshaft. A self-adjusting tensioner is fitted to maintain the correct tension on the belt.

The pump has an internal pressure relief valve and a flow control valve. The pressure relief valve limits the maximum pressure supplied to the steering gear to 115 bar (1667 lbf in 2 ) ± 4 bar (58 lbf in 2 ). The flow control valve limits the maximum flow as follows

1. TdV6 - 8.8 l/min (1.93 gal/min) ± 0.5 l/min (0.1 gal/min) at 10 bar (145 lbf in 2 )
2. TdV8 - 9.5 l/min (2.09 gal/min) ± 0.5 l/min (0.1 gal/min) at 10 bar (145 lbf in 2 ).

Both pumps have a displacement of 9.6 cc/rev (0.58 in 3 /rev).

The output from the pump increases proportionally with the load applied to the steering valve unit. Inside the pump, a cartridge set consisting of 11 vanes and a rotor is mounted on the input shaft and is surrounded by the variable displacement cam.

The variable displacement pump maintains a constant fluid output by varying the internal displacement of the pump, unlike a conventional fixed displacement pump which has to use a flow control valve to recirculate the excess flow within the pump. At low engine speeds, the internal displacement of the variable displacement pump is at its maximum to generate the controlled fluid output.

As the pump speed increases with engine speed, the increased flow inside the pump generates a back pressure within the pump. This back pressure causes the cam ring to move and reduce the internal displacement of the pump to maintain the constant fluid flow from the pump. As the internal displacement of the pump decreases, the power and torque required to drive the pump reduces, which leads to improved fuel economy.

RESERVOIR

The fluid reservoir is located on a bracket in the left hand side of the engine compartment, behind the radiator. The reservoir comprises a body, cap and filter. The purpose of the reservoir is to contain a surplus of the hydraulic fluid in the system to allow for expansion and contraction of the fluid due to temperature variations. The fluid level ensures that the supply connection on the bottom of the reservoir is covered with fluid at all operating vehicle attitudes. Any air which is present in the system is exhausted from the system in the reservoir.

The body is a plastic moulding with two ports at the bottom which provide for the connection of the suction supply and return hoses. Moulded markings on the side of the reservoir denote the upper and lower fluid levels. A non-serviceable, 100 micron nylon mesh filter is fitted in the body. The filter removes particulate matter from the fluid before it is drawn into the pump supply connection.

The cap is rotated counterclockwise for one quarter turn to release from the body. The cap is fitted with an O-ring to prevent fluid leakage. The cap incorporates a breather hole to allow for changes in fluid level during operation and prevent vacuum or pressurization of the reservoir.

HIGH PRESSURE HOSE

The high pressure hose connecting the pump to the steering gear valve unit contains two attenuators. Each attenuator has a restrictor which is secured inside the hose. The restrictors damp pressure pulses from the pump, consequently reducing noise and strain on downstream components. The attenuators are an integral part of the hose and cannot be serviced separately.

FLUID COOLER

Note. Diesel engine vehicles are not fitted with a fluid cooler.

The fluid cooler is located in the return line from the steering gear to the reservoir. The cooler comprises a flexible hose and a solid pipe which connect between the reservoir and the return pipe from the steering gear. The cooler is an integral part of the pipe and cannot be replaced as a separate component.

The cooler is a fabricated aluminum tube, through which the power steering fluid passes. The outer diameter of the cooler tube has aluminum loops attached to it which dissipate heat. Cool air entering the front of the vehicle passes over the cooler and flows through the loops. The loops act as heat exchangers, conducting heat from the fluid as it passes through the tube.

For additional information.

REFER to: STEERING SYSTEM .

SPECIAL TOOL(S) Adapter, power steering test 211-313 (LRT-57-035A) Hose, power steering test 211-011-02 (LRT-57-002) Hose, power steering test 211-011-11 Valve block, power steering test 211-011-01 (LRT-57-001) Hose and gauge, power steering test 211-287 (LRT-57-005) Adapter, power steering test 211-325 (LRT-57-042)

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
3. Remove the radiator access panel. Remove the 4 bolts.
4. Remove the front LH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
5. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir. Remove the filler cap. Install the filler cap.
6. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
7. Disconnect the power steering high-pressure pipe union. Remove the bolt. Remove and discard the 2 sealing washers. Position a container to collect the fluid.
8. Install the special tools to the power steering high-pressure port. Install the O-ring seal. Tie the pressure gauge aside under the hood.
9. Install the special tool to the high-pressure union. Install the O-ring seals. Connect the special tool line, to the special tool valve block assembly.
10. Refill the power steering reservoir. Remove the filler cap.
11. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
12. With the test valve open start the engine. Start the engine and turn steering fully lock to lock, stop the engine. Top-up the power steering fluid reservoir. Install the reservoir filler cap.
13. For correct power steering pressures, refer to the steering «SPECIFICATION»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering__specifications) .
14. With the engine at idle, slowly turn the steering wheel and hold on full lock. Record the pressure reading.
15. Repeat the above procedure for the other side. Record the pressure reading.
16. With the engine at idle, release the steering wheel. The pressure should be, at or below, the pressure specified.
17. Pressure outside this tolerance, indicates a fault.
18. To determine if the fault is in the steering pump or the steering rack, close the test valve for a maximum of 5 seconds.
19. If the pressures recorded fall outside the given values, replace the power steering pump.
20. If the maximum pump pressure is correct, then suspect the power steering rack.
21. On completion of the test stop the engine, disconnect the battery ground cable and siphon the steering fluid from the reservoir. Remove the filler cap. Install the filler cap.
22. Disassemble the test equipment.
23. Connect the high-pressure line to the power steering pump. Clean the component mating faces. Install the new O-ring seals. Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
24. Install the front LH splash shield. Secure with the clips.
25. Install the radiator access panel. Tighten the M6 bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Tighten the M10 bolts to 45 Nm (33 lb.ft).
26. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
27. Refill and bleed the power steering. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

SPECIAL TOOL(S) Adapter, power steering pressure test 211-313 (LRT-57-035A) Hose, power steering pressure test 211-011-02 (LRT-57-002) Hose, power steering pressure test 211-011-11 Valve block, power steering pressure test 211-011-01 (LRT-57-001) Hose and gauge, power steering pressure test 211-287 (LRT-57-005) Adapter, power steering pressure test 211-325 (LRT-57-042)

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir. Remove the filler cap. Install the filler cap.
4. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
5. Disconnect the power steering high-pressure pipe union. Remove the bolt. Remove and discard the 2 sealing washers. Position a container to collect the fluid.
6. Install the special tools to the power steering high-pressure port. Install the O-ring seal. Tie the pressure gauge aside under the hood.
7. Install the special tool to the high-pressure union. Install the O-ring seals. Connect the special tool line, to the special tool valve block assembly.
8. Refill the power steering reservoir. Remove the filler cap.
9. Connect the battery ground cable.
10. With the test valve open start the engine. Start the engine and turn steering fully lock to lock, stop the engine. Top-up the power steering fluid reservoir. Install the reservoir filler cap.
11. For correct power steering pressures, refer to the steering «SPECIFICATION»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering__specifications) .
12. With the engine at idle, slowly turn the steering wheel and hold on full lock. Record the pressure reading.
13. Repeat the above procedure for the other side. Record the pressure reading.
14. With the engine at idle, release the steering wheel. The pressure should be, at or below, the pressure specified. Pressure outside this tolerance, indicates a fault.
15. To determine if the fault is in the steering pump or the steering rack, close the test valve for a maximum of 5 seconds.
16. If the pressures recorded fall outside the given values, replace the power steering pump.
17. If the maximum pump pressure is correct, then suspect the power steering rack.
18. On completion of the test stop the engine, disconnect the battery ground cable and siphon the steering fluid from the reservoir. Remove the filler cap. Install the filler cap.
19. Disassemble the test equipment.
20. Connect the high-pressure line to the power steering pump. Clean the component mating faces. Install the new O-ring seals. Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
21. Install the engine cover.
22. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
23. Refill and bleed the power steering. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-mounting-and-cables__specifications) .
2. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
3. Remove the front wheel and tire.
4. Remove the power steering control valve actuator. Disconnect the electrical connector. Position a container to collect the fluid spillage. Remove and discard the 2 Torx screws. Remove and discard the 2 O-ring seals. Remove and discard the filter.

INSTALLATION

1. Clean the component mating faces.
2. Install a new filter to the steering gear.
3. Install new seals to the actuator.
4. Install the actuator. Tighten the new Torx screws, evenly and progressively, to 3 Nm (2.2 lb.ft). Connect the electrical connector.
5. Install the wheel and tire. Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 Nm (103 lb.ft).
6. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-mounting-and-cables__specifications) .
7. Refill and bleed the power steering. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

REMOVAL

Note. Some variation in the illustrations may occur, but the essential information is always correct.

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir.
3. Release the power steering fluid reservoir from the bracket.
4. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage. Release the hose clips and disconnect the hoses.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir.
3. Release the power steering fluid reservoir from the coolant expansion tank.
4. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage. Release the hose clips and disconnect the hoses.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

SPECIAL TOOL(S) Spring lock decoupler 310-044

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Remove the front radiator grille. For additional information, refer to: «RADIATOR GRILLE»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-omamentation) .
3. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir.
4. Remove the coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to: «Coolant Expansion Tank»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#engine-cooling-v8-sc-42l-petrol) .
5. Using the special tool, disconnect the cooler line. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
6. Remove the power steering fluid cooler. Release the 3 clips.

1. Install the power steering fluid cooler. Install the clips.
2. Install the power steering fluid lines. Clean the component mating faces.
3. Install the coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to: «Coolant Expansion Tank»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#engine-cooling-v8-sc-42l-petrol) .
4. Install the radiator grille. For additional information, refer to: «RADIATOR GRILLE»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-omamentation) .
5. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

SPECIAL TOOL(S) Spring lock decoupler 310-044

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Remove the front radiator grille. For additional information, refer to: «RADIATOR GRILLE»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-omamentation) .
3. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir.
4. Remove the coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to: «Coolant Expansion Tank»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#engine-cooling-v8-44l-petrol) .
5. Using the special tool, disconnect the cooler line. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
6. Remove the power steering fluid cooler. Release the 3 clips.

1. Install the power steering fluid cooler. Install the clips.
2. Install the power steering fluid lines. Clean the component mating faces.
3. Install the coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to: «Coolant Expansion Tank»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#engine-cooling-v8-44l-petrol) .
4. Install the radiator grille. For additional information, refer to: «RADIATOR GRILLE»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-omamentation) .
5. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
6. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
3. Remove the cooling fan lower shroud. For additional information, refer to: «COOLING FAN SHROUD»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#engine-cooling-v8-44l-petrol) .
4. Remove the radiator grille. For additional information, refer to: «RADIATOR GRILLE»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-omamentation) .
5. Remove the radiator securing pegs.
6. Remove the radiator upper deflector. Release the 2 clips.
7. Release the coolant expansion tank. Remove the 2 bolts.
8. Tie the engine air intake duct towards the engine.
9. Tie the fuel fired booster heater coolant lines towards the engine.
10. Release the power steering fluid cooler. Release it from 3 clips.
11. Release the power steering fluid reservoir.
12. Disconnect the power steering cooler line from the fluid reservoir. Release the clip. Allow the fluid to drain into a container.
13. Remove the power steering fluid cooler. Using the special tool, release the clip.

1. Install the power steering fluid cooler. Clean the component mating faces. Secure the clip.
2. Connect the power steering cooler line to the fluid reservoir. Clean the component mating faces. Secure with the clip.
3. Install the power steering fluid reservoir.
4. Position the front differential breather line.
5. Secure the power steering fluid cooler line. Secure in the 3 clips.
6. Secure the coolant expansion tank. Tighten the 2 bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
7. Install the radiator upper deflector.
8. Install the radiator securing pegs.
9. Connect the A/C condenser refrigerant lines. Clean the component mating faces. Install new O-ring seals. Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
10. Install the radiator grille. For additional information, refer to: «RADIATOR GRILLE»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-omamentation) .
11. Install the cooling fan lower shroud. For additional information, refer to: «COOLING FAN SHROUD»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#engine-cooling-v8-44l-petrol) .
12. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
13. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to: «Accessory Drive Belt»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#accessory-drive-v8-sc-42l-petrol) .
3. Remove the splash shield. Remove the 4 clips from the splash shield.
4. Disconnect the low pressure line. Remove the power steering line bolt. Allow the fluid to drain into a container. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
5. Disconnect the high pressure line.
6. Release the power steering line support bracket. Remove the bolt.
7. Remove the power steering pump front retaining bolts. Remove the 2 bolts.
8. Remove the power steering pump rear retaining bolts. Remove the 2 bolts.
9. Remove the power steering pump.

1. Position the power steering pump and install the front retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
2. Install the power steering pump rear retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
3. Connect the high-pressure power steering line to the power steering pump. Install a new O-ring seal. Tighten the union to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
4. Connect the low pressure line to the power steering pump.
5. Install the power steering line support bracket.
6. Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to: «Accessory Drive Belt»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#accessory-drive-v8-sc-42l-petrol) .
7. Connect the battery ground cable.
8. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Remove the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to: «Accessory Drive Belt»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#accessory-drive-v8-44l-petrol) .
3. Remove the splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
4. Disconnect the low pressure line. Remove the power steering line bolt. Allow the fluid to drain into a container. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
5. Disconnect the high pressure line at the steering pump union. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
6. Release the power steering line support bracket. Remove the bolt.
7. Remove the power steering pump front retaining bolts. Remove the 2 bolts.
8. Remove the power steering pump rear retaining bolts. Remove the 2 bolts.
9. Remove the power steering pump.

1. Position the power steering pump and install the front retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
2. Install the power steering pump rear retaining bolts. Tighten the bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
3. Connect the high pressure power steering line to the power steering pump. Install a new O-ring seal. Tighten the union to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
4. Connect the low pressure line to the power steering pump. Clean the component mating faces. Install a new O-ring seal. Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
5. Install the power steering line support bracket.
6. Install the accessory drive belt. For additional information, refer to: «Accessory Drive Belt»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/cooling-system-mechanical/#accessory-drive-v8-44l-petrol) .
7. Install the splash shield.
8. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
9. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the front RH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
3. Remove the front LH fender splash shield. For additional information, refer to: «FENDER SPLASH SHIELD»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
4. Remove the radiator access panel. Remove the 4 bolts.
5. Disconnect the high pressure line from the power steering pump. Loosen and release the power steering pump line. Allow the fluid to drain into a container. Remove and discard the 2 sealing washers.
6. Release the power steering line support bracket. Remove the nut. Release the hose.
7. Disconnect the high pressure line from the power steering gear. Remove the bolt. Release the power steering gear line. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
8. Remove the steering gear high-pressure line.

1. Install the steering gear high-pressure line.
2. Connect the high-pressure line to the power steering gear. Install the O-ring seal. Attach the power steering gear high-pressure line. Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
3. Install the power steering line support bracket. Tighten the nut to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Secure the hose with the clip.
4. Connect the high-pressure line to the power steering pump. Install new sealing washers. Connect the power steering pump high-pressure line.
5. Install the radiator access panel. Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
6. Install the front LH fender splash shield. For additional information, refer to: «FENDER SPLASH SHIELD»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
7. Install the front RH splash shield. Secure with the clips.
8. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
2. Remove the driver side closing trim panel. Release the clip. Remove the 2 screws. Disconnect the electrical connector.
3. Disconnect the steering angle sensor electrical connector.
4. Disconnect the steering column intermediate shaft from the steering column. Note the fitted position. Remove the special bolt and discard the nut.
5. Remove the steering angle sensor. Remove the 3 Torx screws.

1. Install the steering angle sensor. Tighten the Torx screws to 3 Nm (2 lb.ft).
2. Connect the steering column intermediate shaft. Install the special bolt and tighten the new nut to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft).
3. Connect the steering angle sensor electrical connector.
4. Install the closing trim panel. Connect the electrical connector. Secure the clip. Tighten the screws.
5. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to: «BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/charging-system/#battery-and-charging-system-general-information__battery-disconnectconnect) .
6. Initiate a new steering angle sensor using T4.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the engine undershield. For additional information, refer to: «ENGINE UNDERSHIELD»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
3. Remove the radiator access panel. Remove the 4 bolts.
4. Remove the front RH and LH splash shields. Remove the 8 clips.
5. Remove the oil filter. Position a container to collect the fluid.
6. Release the universal joint from the steering gear. Remove and discard the bolt.
7. Release both tie-rod end ball joints. Loosen the locknut. Release both track rods from tie rod ends, note the number of turns for installation.
8. Release the dynamic response line supports. Remove the 2 nuts. Remove the 2 supports.
9. Release the power steering line support bracket. Remove the nut.
10. Disconnect the steering gear electrical connector.
11. Disconnect the pressure lines from the power steering gear. Remove and discard the bolt. Allow the fluid to drain into a container. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
12. Remove the steering gear. Remove the 2 bolts and discard the cage nuts. Support the engine. With assistance, carefully rotate and release the steering gear.

1. Clean the component mating faces.
2. Install the steering gear. Tighten the bolts to 175 Nm (129 lb.ft).
3. Connect the electrical connector.
4. Connect the steering gear pressure lines. Clean the component mating faces. Install new O-ring seals. Tighten the bolt to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft).
5. Install the power steering line support bracket. Install the bolt and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
6. Install the dynamic response line supports. Tighten the supports to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Tighten the nuts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
7. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints. Attach both tie rods to previously noted positions. Tighten the tie-rod locking nut.
8. Connect the universal joint to the steering gear. Install new patchlock bolt and tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb.ft).
9. Install the engine oil filter. Lubricate the oil filter seal with clean engine oil and tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb.ft). Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
10. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .
11. Check and top-up the engine oil.
12. Adjust the front wheel alignment.
13. Install the radiator access panel. Install the 4 bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
14. Install the splash shields. Install the clips.
15. Install the engine undershield. For additional information, refer to: «ENGINE UNDERSHIELD»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the radiator access panel. Remove the 4 bolts.
3. Remove the front RH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
4. Remove the front LH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
5. Release the universal joint from the steering gear. Remove and discard the bolt.
6. Release both tie-rod end ball joints. Loosen the locknut. Release both track rods from tie rod ends, note the number of turns for installation.
7. Disconnect the pressure lines from the power steering gear. Remove the bolt. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage. Remove and discard the O-ring seals.
8. Release the dynamic response line supports. Remove the 2 nuts. Remove the 2 supports.
9. Remove the steering gear high-pressure line. Remove the bolt.
10. Disconnect the steering gear electrical connector.
11. Remove the steering gear. Remove the 2 bolts and discard the cage nuts. Release the steering gear.

1. Clean the component mating faces.
2. Install the steering gear. Tighten the bolts to 175 Nm (129 lb.ft).
3. Connect the electrical connector.
4. Install the steering gear high pressure line.
5. Connect the steering gear pressure lines. Clean the component mating faces. Install new O-ring seals. Tighten the bolt to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft).
6. Install the power steering line support bracket. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Vehicles with dynamic suspension
7. Install the dynamic response line supports. Tighten the supports to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Tighten the nuts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
8. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints. Attach both tie rods to previously noted positions. Tighten the tie-rod locking nut.
9. Connect the universal joint to the steering gear. Install a new patchlock bolt and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
10. Install the radiator access panel. Install the 4 bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
11. Install the front LH splash shield.
12. Install the front RH splash shield.
13. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .
14. Adjust the front wheel alignment.

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1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Release the universal joint from the steering gear. Remove and discard the bolt.
3. Remove the front RH and LH splash shields. Remove the 8 clips.
4. Release both tie-rod end ball joints. Loosen the locknut. Release both track rods from tie rod ends, note the number of turns for installation.
5. Remove the radiator access panel. Remove the 4 bolts.
6. Release the dynamic response line supports. Remove the 2 nuts. Remove the 2 supports.
7. Release the power steering line support mount. Remove the bolt.
8. Disconnect the power steering fluid lines. Position a container to collect spillage. Remove the clip. Remove and discard the bolt. Discard the O-ring seals.
9. Disconnect the steering gear electrical connector.
10. Remove the steering gear. Remove the 2 bolts and discard the nuts.

1. Clean the component mating faces.
2. Install the steering gear. Tighten the bolts to 175 Nm (129 lb.ft).
3. Connect the electrical connector.
4. Install the power steering fluid lines. Clean the component mating faces. Install new O-ring seals. Install the clip. Tighten the bolt to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft).
5. Secure the power steering line support mount. Install the bolt and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
6. Connect the universal joint to the steering gear. Install new patchlock bolt and tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb.ft).
7. Install the dynamic response line supports. Tighten the supports to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Tighten the nuts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
8. Install the radiator access panel. Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
9. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints. Attach both tie rods to previously noted positions. Tighten the tie-rod locking nut.
10. Install the splash shields. Install the clips.
11. Fill and bleed the power steering system. For additional information, refer to: «POWER STEERING SYSTEM FILLING AND BLEEDING»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/i-2005-2009/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .
12. Adjust the front wheel alignment.

See also:
• STEERING SYSTEM
• BATTERY DISCONNECT/CONNECT
• SPECIFICATIONS
• RADIATOR GRILLE
• Coolant Expansion Tank
• Coolant Expansion Tank
• Accessory Drive Belt
• Accessory Drive Belt
• FENDER SPLASH SHIELD
• SPECIFICATION