Volkswagen Golf / Golf GTI / Jetta. Manual — part 584

Gasoline engines: 85 to 95 bar

Diesel engines: 96 to 105 bar

Note:

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If the reading is higher or lower than specified replace
pump:

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Removing and installing P.A.S. power steering pump,
vehicles with low mounted power steering pump

48-6, P.A.S. power steering pump, vehicles with low
mounted power steering pump, removing and
installing

and

48-6, P.A.S. power steering pump,

vehicles with high mounted power steering pump,
removing and installing

.

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If the fluid level in the reservoir is low, the steering
system must be inspected for leaks.

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For leaks at the pinion, first check the lines/line
connections for leaks and if necessary tighten and
wipe dry.

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If the pinion seal or the rack seals in steering
transmission housing are leaking then replace
steering transmission.

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To check the rack seals loosen the hose clip on the
boot and push boot to one side.

Vehicles with high mounted power steering pump

- Remove engine cover.

Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines

- Clamp return hose with hose clamp 3094 .

- Clamp intake hose with hose clamp 3094 .

- Place oil pan under vehicle.

- Remove pressure line at the pump.

Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines

Connect pressure gauge V.A.G1402

1. Pressure gauge V.A.G1402

2. Hose from pressure gauge

V.A.G1402

3. Hose from adapter set

V.A.G1402/6

4. Adapter V.A.G1402/4

5. Sealing rings

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Qty. 2

6. Adapter V.A.G1402/2

7. Pressure line with banjo union

8. Banjo bolt

Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines

- Remove hose clamp 3094 from intake and return hoses.

- Start engine and if necessary add fluid to reservoir.

- Turn steering wheel from lock to lock about 10 times.

- Check delivery pressure.

Requirements:

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V-belt/V-belt tension OK

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System has no leaks

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Hoses/lines not kinked or restricted

- With engine running at idling speed. Close shut-off valve
(not longer than 5 seconds) and read off pressure.

Specifications

Gasoline engines: 85 to 95 bar

Diesel engines: 96 to 105 bar

Note:

n

If the reading is higher or lower than specified replace
pump:

n

Removing and installing P.A.S. power steering pump,
vehicles with high mounted power steering pump

48-6, P.A.S. power steering pump, vehicles with high
mounted power steering pump, removing and
installing

and

48-6, P.A.S. power steering pump,

vehicles with high mounted power steering pump,
removing and installing

.

n

If reservoir fluid level is low then check steering
system for leaks.

n

For leaks at the pinion first check the lines/line
connections for leaks and if necessary tighten and
wipe dry.

n

If the pinion seal or the rack seals in steering
transmission housing are leaking then replace
steering transmission.

n

To check the rack seals loosen the hose clip on the
boot and push boot to one side.

Power steering pump, reservoir and hydraulic lines