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Power Steering Land Rover Range Rover Sport L320

Manual & Power Steering 56 illustrations ~3501 words

SPECIFICATIONS

ItemSpecification
FluidTexaco Cold Climate Fluid 33270

RECOMMENDED FLUID

ItemSpecification
TypePower assisted rack and pinion, speed proportional with belt driven pump, remote hydraulic fluid reservoir and fluid cooler
Steering wheel diameter395 mm (15.55 in)
Number of turns - lock to lock3.1
System ratioVariable - 19.5:1 on center
Pump relief valve operating pressure
Petrol vehicles114 ± 4 bar (11400 ± 400 kPa) (1653 ± 58 lb/in 2 )
Diesel vehicles115 ± 4 bar (11500 ± 400 kPa) (1668 ± 58 lb/in 2 )
Fluid flow rate - constant
For all petrol vehicles and V6 diesel8.8 ± 0.5 liter/min (15.4 ± 0.8 pints/min) (9.2 ± 0.5 US quarts/min)
V8 diesel vehicles9.5 ± 0.5 liter/min (16.7 ± 0.8 pints/min) (10 ± 0.5 US quarts/min)
Steering rack travel158 mm (6.22 in)
Piston diameter50 mm (1.93 in)
Rack bar diameter30 mm (1.18 in)

GENERAL SPECIFICATION

DescriptionNm
High-pressure line to pump bolt25
Steering gear mounting bolts175
High-pressure line to steering gear support bracket bolt10
Power steering return line support bracket.10
* High-pressure line and return line to steering gear bolt22
Power steering Pump bolts23
* Lower steering column universal joint to steering gear bolt24

* New bolt/nuts must be installed

For additional information. Refer to Steering System .

SPECIAL TOOLS Tool Illustration Tool Name Tool Number Adaptor, power steering pressure test 211-011-12 Hose - power steering pressure test 211-011-02(LRT-57-002) Hose - power steering pressure test 211-011-02(LRT-57-002) Valve block power steering test 211-011-01(LRT-57-001) Hose and gauge - power steering pressure test 211-287(LRT-57-005)

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Scheme 1: POWER STEERING PRESSURE TEST TDV6 3.0L DIESEL/TDV8 3.6L DIESEL
Scheme 1: POWER STEERING PRESSURE TEST TDV6 3.0L DIESEL/TDV8 3.6L DIESEL
CAUTIONIf power steering fluid comes into contact with the paintwork, the affected area must be immediately washed down with cold water.

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  3. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir. Remove the filler cap.
  4. Remove the front LH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
  5. Release the steering gear high-pressure line. Remove the bolt.
  6. Remove the front LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  7. Disconnect the power steering pump supply hose. Release the clip. Position a container to collect the fluid.
  8. Disconnect the power steering pump high-pressure line. Remove the bolt.
  9. Install the special tools. Tie the pressure gauge aside.
  10. Connect the power steering pump supply hose. Secure with the clip.
  11. Fill the power steering reservoir.
  12. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  13. 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.
  14. For correct power steering pressures, refer to the steering specification section. See «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering__specifications) .
  15. With the engine at idle, slowly turn the steering wheel and hold on full lock. Record the pressure reading.
  16. Repeat the above procedure for the other side. Record the pressure reading.
  17. With the engine at idle, release the steering wheel. The pressure should be, at or below, the pressure specified.
  18. Pressure outside this tolerance, indicates a fault.
  19. To determine if the fault is in the steering pump or the steering rack, close the test valve for a maximum of 5 seconds.
  20. If the pressures recorded fall outside the given values, replace the power steering pump.
  21. If the maximum pump pressure is correct, check the hoses for correct routing and condition, if correct suspect the steering gear.
  22. On completion of the test stop the engine, disconnect the battery ground cable and siphon the steering fluid from the reservoir.
  23. Disconnect the power steering pump supply hose. Release the clip.
  24. Disassemble the test equipment.
  25. Connect the power steering pump high-pressure line. Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft). Install a new O-ring seal.
  26. Connect the power steering pump supply hose. Secure with the clip. Remove the container.
  27. Secure the steering gear high-pressure line. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  28. Install the front LH splash shield. Install the clips.
  29. Install the front LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  30. Connect the battery ground cable.
  31. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

SPECIAL TOOLS Tool Illustration Tool Name Tool Number 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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Scheme 7: POWER STEERING PRESSURE TEST V8 5.0L PETROL/V8 S/C 5.0L PETROL
Scheme 7: POWER STEERING PRESSURE TEST V8 5.0L PETROL/V8 S/C 5.0L PETROL

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  3. Remove the radiator access panel. Remove the 4 bolts.
  4. Remove the front LH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
  5. Remove the front LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  6. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir. Remove the filler cap. Install the filler cap.
  7. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
  8. 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.
  9. Install the special tools to the power steering high-pressure port. Install the O-ring seal. Tie the pressure gauge aside under the hood.
  10. 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.
  11. Refill the power steering reservoir. Remove the filler cap.
  12. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  13. 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.
  14. For correct power steering pressures, refer to the steering specification section. Refer to See «SPECIFICATIONS»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/manual-power-steering/#power-steering__specifications) .
  15. With the engine at idle, slowly turn the steering wheel and hold on full lock. Record the pressure reading.
  16. Repeat the above procedure for the other side. Record the pressure reading.
  17. With the engine at idle, release the steering wheel. The pressure should be, at or below, the pressure specified.
  18. Pressure outside this tolerance, indicates a fault.
  19. To determine if the fault is in the steering pump or the steering rack, close the test valve for a maximum of 5 seconds.
  20. If the pressures recorded fall outside the given values, replace the power steering pump.
  21. If the maximum pump pressure is correct, then suspect the power steering rack.
  22. 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.
  23. Disassemble the test equipment.
  24. 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).
  25. Install the front LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  26. Install the front LH splash shield. Secure with the clips.
  27. 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).
  28. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  29. Refill and bleed the power steering. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

REMOVAL

  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__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. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  7. Refill and bleed the power steering. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  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. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

SPECIAL TOOLS Tool Illustration Tool Name Tool Number Spring lock decoupler 310-044

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Scheme 14: POWER STEERING FLUID COOLER V8 5.0L PETROL/V8 S/C 5.0L PETROL
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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  2. Remove the front radiator grille. Refer to «Radiator Grille»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-ornamentation) .
  3. Remove the coolant expansion tank. Refer to «Coolant Expansion Tank - 5.0L, Vehicles Without: Supercharger»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling) and Refer to «Coolant Expansion Tank - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Supercharger»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling) .
  4. Siphon the fluid from the power steering reservoir.
  5. Disconnect the steering reservoir return hose. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage. Release the clip.
  6. Release the LH radiator air deflector lower clip, position the deflector aside.
  7. Position the horns to one side for access. Remove the 2 bolts.
  8. Using the special tool, disconnect the cooler line. Position an absorbent cloth to collect fluid spillage.
  9. Remove the cooler line separating clip.
  10. Remove the power steering fluid cooler. Release the 3 clips.
  1. Install the power steering fluid cooler. Position and secure in the clips.
  2. Install the power steering fluid line and hose. Clean the component mating faces. Secure the hose with the clip.
  3. Install the cooler line separating clip.
  4. Install the horn assemblies. Tighten the 2 bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  5. Install the radiator deflector. Secure with the clip.
  6. Install the coolant expansion tank. Refer to «Coolant Expansion Tank - 5.0L, Vehicles Without: Supercharger»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling) and «Coolant Expansion Tank - 5.0L, Vehicles With: Supercharger»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/cooling-fan/#engine-cooling) .
  7. Install the radiator grille. Refer to «Radiator Grille»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#exterior-trim-and-ornamentation) .
  8. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  9. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

Note. Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
  3. Refer to «Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/ac-compressor/#climate-control-system-general-information__air-conditioning-ac-system-recovery-evacuation) .
  4. Refer to «Accessory Drive Belt»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/accessory-drive-belts/#accessory-drive-v8-50l-petrol) .
  5. Remove the LH front road wheel. Torque: 140
  6. Torque: 10 Nm
  7. Torque: 25 Nm
  8. Torque: 18 Nm
  9. Torque: 25 Nm
  10. Torque: 25 Nm
  11. Torque: 25 Nm
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  2. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

Note. Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
  3. Refer to «Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/ac-compressor/#climate-control-system-general-information__air-conditioning-ac-system-recovery-evacuation) .
  4. Remove Accessory Drive Belt.
  5. Remove the LH front wheel and tire. Torque: 140 Nm
  6. Torque: - 6 Nm
  7. Torque: 9 Nm
  8. Torque: 9 Nm
  9. Torque: 9 Nm
  10. Torque: 18 Nm
  11. Torque: 24 Nm
  12. Torque: 25 Nm
  13. Torque: 25 Nm
  1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
  2. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  2. Raise and support the vehicle.
  3. Remove the LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  4. Disconnect the power steering pump supply hose. Release the clip. Position a container to collect the fluid.
  5. Disconnect the power steering pump high-pressure line. Remove the bolt. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
  6. Remove the 2 power steering pump rear bolts.
  7. Remove the cooling fan belt lower idler pulley.
  8. Remove the power steering pump and mounting bracket. Remove the remaining 2 bolts.
  1. Install the power steering pump and mounting bracket. Tighten the bolts to 23 Nm (17 lb.ft).
  2. Install the cooling fan belt lower idler pulley.
  3. Tighten the power steering pump rear bolts to 23 Nm (17 lb.ft).
  4. Connect the power steering pump high-pressure line. Install a new O-ring seal. Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
  5. Connect the power steering pump supply hose. Secure with the clip.
  6. Install the LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  7. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  8. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

Note. RHD shown, LHD is similar.

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

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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. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/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 brackets. Remove the 2 nuts. Release the hose.
  7. Release the power steering line support bracket. Remove the nut. Release the hose.
  8. 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.
  9. 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 brackets. Tighten the nuts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Secure the hose with the clip.
  4. Install the power steering line support bracket. Tighten the nut to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Secure the hose with the clip.
  5. Connect the high-pressure line to the power steering pump. Install new sealing washers. Connect the power steering pump high-pressure line.
  6. Install the radiator access panel. Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  7. Install the front LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  8. Install the front RH splash shield. Secure with the clips.
  9. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .
  1. Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Remove the front LH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
  3. Release the steering gear high-pressure line. Remove the bolt.
  4. Remove the front LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  5. Disconnect the power steering pump supply hose. Release the clip. Position a container to collect the fluid.
  6. Disconnect the power steering pump high-pressure line. Remove the bolt. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
  7. Remove the front RH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
  8. Disconnect the high-pressure line from the power steering gear. Remove and discard the bolt. Remove and discard the O-ring seal.
  9. 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 a new O-ring seal. Tighten the new bolt to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft).
  3. Install the front RH splash shield. Secure with the clips.
  4. Connect the high-pressure line to the power steering pump. Install a new O-ring seal. Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
  5. Connect the power steering pump supply hose. Secure with the clip.
  6. Install the front LH fender splash shield. Refer to «Fender Splash Shield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  7. Secure the steering gear high-pressure line. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  8. Install the front LH splash shield. Secure with the clips.
  9. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .

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  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  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. Refer to «Specifications»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/charging-system/#battery-charging-system-general-information__specifications) .
  6. Initiate a new steering angle sensor using T4.

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

Note. LHD illustration shown, RHD is similar.

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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 bolts.
  10. Remove the steering gear high-pressure line. Remove the bolt.
  11. Disconnect the steering gear electrical connector.
  12. 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).
  7. Install the power steering line support brackets. Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  8. Install the dynamic response line supports. Tighten the supports to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft). Tighten the nuts 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. Connect the universal joint to the steering gear. Install a new patchlock bolt and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
  11. Install the radiator access panel. Install the 4 bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  12. Install the front LH splash shield.
  13. Install the front RH splash shield.
  14. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .
  15. Adjust the front wheel alignment.

Note. LHD illustration shown, RHD is similar.

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

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle.
  2. Center the steering wheel.
  3. Remove the radiator splash shield. Remove the 4 bolts.
  4. Remove the engine undershield. Refer to «Engine Undershield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  5. Remove the front RH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
  6. Remove the front LH splash shield. Remove the 4 clips.
  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. Disconnect the lower steering column from the steering gear. Remove and discard the bolt.
  9. Remove the steering gear high-pressure line. Remove the bolts.
  10. Release the power steering return line support bracket. Remove the bolt.
  11. Release the steering gear high-pressure line. Remove the bolt.
  12. Disconnect the steering gear control valve actuator electrical connector.
  13. Release the transmission fluid cooler. Remove the 4 bolts.
  14. Remove the engine stabilizer and engine stabilizer bracket. Remove the bolt. Remove and discard the nut.
  15. Release the fuel cooler. Remove the bolt.
  16. Disconnect the power steering high pressure line and return line from the steering gear. Remove and discard the bolt. Remove and discard the 2 O-ring seals.
  17. Release the steering gear. Remove the 2 bolts.
  18. Remove the transmission fluid cooler and fuel cooler support bracket. Remove the bolt. Release the coolant line. CAUTION: Make sure that the steering gear pipes and the dynamic suspension system pipes are not damaged during the removal of the steering gear.
  19. Remove the steering gear.
  1. Install the steering gear.
  2. Install the transmission fluid cooler and fuel cooler support bracket. Secure the coolant line. Tighten the bolt to 23 Nm (17 lb.ft).
  3. Secure the steering gear. Tighten the bolts to 175 Nm (129 lb.ft).
  4. Connect the power steering high pressure line and return line to the steering gear. Install new O-ring seals. Tighten the new bolt to 22 Nm (16 lb.ft).
  5. Secure the fuel cooler. Tighten the bolt to 23 Nm (17 lb.ft).
  6. Install the engine stabilizer and engine stabilizer bracket. Tighten the nut. Tighten the bolt.
  7. Secure the transmission fluid cooler. Tighten the nuts and bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb.ft).
  8. Connect the steering gear control valve actuator electrical connector.
  9. Secure the steering gear high pressure line. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  10. Secure the power steering return line support bracket. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  11. Install the power steering line support bracket. Tighten the bolt to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  12. Connect the lower steering column shaft to the steering gear. Tighten the new bolt to 24 Nm (18 lb.ft).
  13. Connect the tie-rod end ball joints. Attach both tie rods to previously noted positions. Tighten the tie-rod locking nut.
  14. Install the front LH splash shield. Install the clips.
  15. Install the front RH splash shield. Install the clips.
  16. Install the engine undershield. Refer to «Engine Undershield»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/exterior-body-panels/#front-end-body-panels) .
  17. Install the radiator splash shield. Tighten the bolts to 10 Nm (7 lb.ft).
  18. Fill and bleed the power steering system. Refer to «Power Steering System Filling and Bleeding»(/land-rover/range-rover-sport/l320-2009-2013/remont/steering/#steering-system-general-information) .
  19. Adjust the front wheel alignment.