Land Rover Discovery: Power Steering
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COMPONENT LOCATION
Steering gear
Steering column intermediate shaft
Heat shield
Overview
The vehicle is fitted with electric power steering, provided by a ZF
Servolectric steering gear unit wit
Steering Gear
Recirculating ball nut
Steering rack
Pinion shaft
Torque sensor
Boot (2 off)
Track rod (2 off)
Threaded boss for securing bolt (2 off)
Signal and power lead for torque sensor
For the electric power steering system to provide assistance the engine
must be running - with one exception - see: ASSISTANCE CHANGES
DURING ECO STOP/START FUNCTIONS, below.
If a fault occurs which a
SEE MORE:
EPAS Steering Gear Damage Assessment Checklist
Log VIN
Confirm noise, is it repeatable on the vehicle?
Has vehicle previously had accident damage repairs?
Are there any signs of impact damage to the wheels/tires?
Is the steering free to turn lock to lock on a wheel free ramp?
Is front steerin
PART(S)
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Do not use tools during this operation, removal of the component(s)
must be carried out by hand.
NOTES:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
RH illustration shown, LH is similar.
Disconnect the battery ground cable.
Refer to: Specifications