steering MERCEDES-BENZ SPRINTER 2006 Service Manual

LINKAGE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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LINKAGE
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - OUTER TIE ROD
END ................................9
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART.........9
SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT SUSPENSION..................10TIE ROD END
REMOVAL.............................10
INSTALLATION.........................10
LINKAGE
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - OUTER TIE ROD
END
NOTE: If the outer tie rod end is equipped with a
lubrication fitting, grease the joint then road test
the vehicle before performing test.
(1) Raise the front of the vehicle. Place safety floor
stands under both lower control arms as far outboard
as possible. Lower the vehicle to allow the stands to
support some or all of the vehicle weight.
(2) Remove the front tires.
(3) Mount a dial indicator solidly to the vehicle
steering knuckle and then zero the dial indicator.(4) Position indicator plunger on the topside of the
outer tie rod end.
NOTE: The dial indicator plunger must be perpen-
dicular to the machined surface of the outer tie rod
end.
(5) Position a pry bar in order to pry downwards
on the outer tie rod end.
(6) If the travel exceeds 0.5 mm (0.020 in.), replace
the outer tie rod end (Refer to 19 - STEERING/
LINKAGE/TIE ROD END - REMOVAL).
(7) If the outer tie rod end is within specs reinstall
the front tires (Refer to 22 - TIRES/WHEELS/
WHEELS - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Outer Tie Rod End Nut 130 96 Ð
Outer Tie Rod End Lock-
ing Nut50 37 Ð
Steering Gear Boot
Clamp7Ð62
VALINKAGE 19 - 9

SPECIAL TOOLS
FRONT SUSPENSION
TIE ROD END
REMOVAL
(1) Raise and support the vehicle.
(2) Remove the front wheels.
(3) Loosen the lock nut (Fig. 1).
(4) Remove the tie rod end retaining nut (Fig. 1).
(5) Separate the tie rod end from the steering
knuckle (Fig. 1) using special tool C-3894±A.
(6) Remove the outer tie rod end from the inner tie
rod end by unscrewing (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the outer tie rod end by screwing it onto
thew inner tie rod end (Fig. 1).
(2) Install the outer tie rod end into the steering
knuckle (Fig. 1).
(3) Tighten the outer tie rod end nut (Fig. 1).
Tighten to 130 N´m (96 ft. lbs.).
(4) Install the front wheels.
(5) Lower the vehicle.
(6) Perform toe adjustment.(7) Tighten the lock nut after toe adjustment (Fig.
1). Tighten to 50 N´m (37 ft. lbs.).
Puller Tie Rod C-3894-A
Fig. 1 OUTER TIE ROD END
1 - OUTER TIE ROD END RETAINING NUT
2 - TIE ROD SEPERATOR TOOL
3 - OUTER TIE ROD END
4 - LOCKING NUT
5 - INNER TIE ROD END
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PUMP
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PUMP
DESCRIPTION.........................11
OPERATION...........................11
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PUMP LEAKAGE . 11
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - POWER
STEERING PUMP - INITIAL OPERATION....11
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUSHING
POWER STEERING SYSTEM............12
REMOVAL.............................12
INSTALLATION.........................12
SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART........13
FLUID
STANDARD PROCEDURE
POWER STEERING PUMP FILL AND BLEED
PROCEDURE........................13FLUID COOLER TUBE
REMOVAL.............................13
INSTALLATION.........................13
HOSES
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - PRESSURE HOSE...........14
REMOVAL - RETURN LINE FROM PUMP TO
COOLER TUBE.......................14
REMOVAL - RETURN HOSE FROM GEAR
TO COOLER TUBE....................14
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - PRESSURE HOSE.......14
INSTALLATION - RETURN LINE FROM
PUMP TO COOLER TUBE...............14
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE FROM
GEAR TO COOLER TUBE...............14
PUMP
DESCRIPTION
CAUTION: Use approved fluid only in the power
steering system (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTE-
NANCE/FLUID TYPES - DESCRIPTION). No other
power steering or automatic transmission fluid is to
be used in the system. Damage may result to the
power steering pump and system if any other fluid
is used, and do not overfill.
The pump is connected to the steering gear via the
pressure hose and the return hose. The pump shaft
has a pressed-on pulley that is belt driven by the
crankshaft pulley.
All vehicles are equipped with a power steering
fluid cooler.
NOTE: Power steering pumps are not interchange-
able with pumps installed on other vehicles.
OPERATION
Hydraulic pressure is provided for the power steer-
ing gear by the belt driven power steering pump. The
power steering pumps are constant flow rate and dis-
placement, vane-type pumps.
DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - PUMP LEAKAGE
The pump is serviced as an assembly and should
not be disassembled. The plastic pump reservoir and
the reservoir o-rings can be replaced.Check for leaks in the following areas:
²Pump shaft seal behind the pulley
²Pump to reservoir O-ring
²Reservoir cap
²Pressure and return lines
²Flow control valve fitting
STANDARD PROCEDURE
STANDARD PROCEDURE - POWER STEERING
PUMP - INITIAL OPERATION
WARNING: THE FLUID LEVEL SHOULD BE
CHECKED WITH ENGINE OFF TO PREVENT INJURY
FROM MOVING COMPONENTS.
CAUTION: Use approved fluid only in the power
steering system (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTE-
NANCE/FLUID TYPES - DESCRIPTION). No other
power steering or automatic transmission fluid is to
be used in the system. Damage may result to the
power steering pump and system if any other fluid
is used, and do not overfill.
Wipe filler cap clean, then check the fluid level.
The dipstick should indicateCOLDwhen the fluid is
at normal temperature.
(1) Turn steering wheel all the way to the left
(2) Fill the pump fluid reservoir to the proper level
and let the fluid settle for at least two (2) minutes.
(3) Raise the front wheels off the ground.
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(4) Slowly turn the steering wheel lock-to-lock 20
times with the engine off while checking the fluid
level.
NOTE: For vehicles with long return lines or oil
coolers turn wheel 40 times.
(5) Start the engine. With the engine idling main-
tain the fluid level.
(6) Lower the front wheels and let the engine idle
for two minutes.
(7) Turn the steering wheel in both direction and
verify power assist and quiet operation of the pump.
If the fluid is extremely foamy or milky looking,
allow the vehicle to stand a few minutes and repeat
the procedure.
CAUTION: Do not run a vehicle with foamy fluid for
an extended period. This may cause pump damage.
STANDARD PROCEDURE - FLUSHING POWER
STEERING SYSTEM
Flushing is required when the power steering/hy-
draulic booster system fluid has become contami-
nated. Contaminated fluid in the steering/booster
system can cause seal deterioration and affect steer-
ing gear/booster spool valve operation.
(1) Raise the front end of the vehicle off the
ground until the wheels are free to turn.
(2) Remove the return line from the pump.
NOTE: If vehicle is equipped with a hydraulic
booster remove both return lines from the pump.
(3) Plug the return line port/ports at the pump.
(4) Position the return line/lines into a large con-
tainer to catch the fluid.
(5) While an assistant is filling the pump reservoir
start the engine.
(6) With the engine running at idle turn the wheel
back and forth.
NOTE: Do not contact or hold the wheel against the
steering stops.
(7) Run a quart of fluid through the system then
stop the engine and install the return line/lines.
(8) Fill the system with fluid and perform Steering
Pump Initial Operation, (Refer to 19 - STEERING/
PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
(9) Start the engine and run it for fifteen minutes
then stop the engine.
(10) Remove the return line/lines from the pump
and plug the pump port/ports.
(11) Pour fresh fluid into the reservoir and check
the draining fluid for contamination. If the fluid is
still contaminated, then flush the system again.(12) Install the return line/lines and perform
Steering Pump Initial Operation, (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP - STANDARD PROCEDURE).
REMOVAL
(1) Remove the belt from the power steering pump.
(2) Siphon as much power steering fluid as possi-
ble out of the reservoir.
(3) Remove the high pressure power steering hose
at the pump (Fig. 1).
(4) Remove the return hose from the pump (Fig.
1).
(5) Remove the bolts securing the power steering
pump to the engine (Fig. 1).
INSTALLATION
(1) Install the power steering pump to the engine
and tighten the bolts (Fig. 1). Tighten to 21 N´m (15
ft. lbs.).
(2) Replace all o-rings and hose clamps (Fig. 1).
(3) Install the return hose to the pump and tighten
the clamp (Fig. 1).
(4) Install the high pressure hose to the pump
(Fig. 1). Tighten to 38 N´m (28 ft. lbs.).
(5) Fill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP/FLUID - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
Fig. 1 POWER STEERING PUMP
1 - PUMP MOUNTING BOLT
2 - CLAMP
3 - RETURN HOSE
4 - HIGH PRESSURE HOSE
5 - O-RING
6 - PUMP RESERVOIR
7 - PUMP
8 - PULLEY
9 - PULLEY BOLT
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SPECIFICATIONS - TORQUE CHART
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
DESCRIPTION N´m Ft. Lbs. In. Lbs.
Power Steering Pump To
Timing Case Cover/Sup-
port21 15 185
High Pressure Flexible
Hose To Power Steering
Pump38 28 336
Power Steering Pulley To
Pump30 22 265
FLUID
STANDARD PROCEDURE
POWER STEERING PUMP FILL AND BLEED
PROCEDURE
(1) Remove the cap from the fluid reservoir.
Check cap seal for damage and replace if
needed.
(2) Fill the power steering pump with approved
fluid (Refer to LUBRICATION & MAINTENANCE/
FLUID TYPES - DESCRIPTION).Do not fill fluid
beyond the MAX mark.
(3) Raise the vehicles front wheels off the ground.
(4) With the engine off turn the steering wheel
from right to left.Perform this step until all the
bubble formations can no longer be seen in the
power steering reservoir.
(5) Start the engine and turn the steering wheel
with the engine at idle speed then shut the engine off
and check for correct oil level and no bubble in the
system.
(6) Reinstall power steering cap tightly.
(7) Test the system for leaks and proper operation.
FLUID COOLER TUBE
REMOVAL
(1) Siphon as much power steering fluid as possi-
ble out of the reservoir.
(2) Remove the grille (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTE-
RIOR/GRILLE - REMOVAL).
(3) Remove the left headlight assembly.
(4) Disconnect the return lines from the cooler
tube.
(5) Remove the radiator clips (2).
(6) Remove the heat shield bolt for the turbo at
the core support.
(7) Remove the right headlight assembly.(8) Remove the core support bolts (4) and discon-
nect the hood latch cable.
(9) Remove the fan bracket bolts (4) to the radiator
(Fig. 2).
(10) Remove the two upper screws for the con-
denser (Fig. 2).
(11) Remove the condenser air dam shield.
(12) Remove the mounting screws for the cooler
tube (Fig. 2).
(13) Remove the cooler tube from the vehicle.INSTALLATION
(1) Install the cooler tube to the vehicle.
(2) Install the cooler tube mounting screws (Fig.
2).
(3) Install the condenser air dam shield.
(4) Install the condenser upper mounting screws
(Fig. 2).
(5) Install the fan bracket bolts to the radiator
(Fig. 2).
Fig. 2 FLUID COOLER TUBE
1 - MOUNTING SCREWS (4)
2 - FLUID COOLER
3 - ELECTRIC COOLING FAN
4 - A/C CONDENSOR
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(6) Install the core support bolts and reconnect the
hood latch cable.
(7) Install the right headlight assembly.
(8) Install the bolt for the turbo shield at the core
support.
(9) Install the radiator clips.
(10) Install the return lines to the cooler tube.
(11) Install the left headlight assembly.
(12) Install the grille assembly (Refer to 23 -
BODY/EXTERIOR/GRILLE - INSTALLATION).
(13) Fill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP/FLUID - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
HOSES
REMOVAL
REMOVAL - PRESSURE HOSE
(1) Siphon as much power steering fluid as possi-
ble out of the reservoir.
(2) Disconnect the pressure hose at the pump.
(3) Disconnect the pressure hose at the steering
gear.
(4) Remove the pressure hose mounting bracket
from the gear.
(5) Remove the pressure hose from the vehicle.
REMOVAL - RETURN LINE FROM PUMP TO
COOLER TUBE
(1) Siphon as much power steering fluid as possi-
ble out of the reservoir.
(2) Disconnect the return line at the pump.
(3) Remove the grille (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTE-
RIOR/GRILLE - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the left headlight assembly.
(5) Disconnect the return line at the cooler tube.
(6) Remove the return line from the vehicle.
REMOVAL - RETURN HOSE FROM GEAR TO
COOLER TUBE
(1) Siphon as much power steering fluid as possi-
ble out of the reservoir.
(2) Disconnect the return hose from the gear.
(3) Remove the grille (Refer to 23 - BODY/EXTE-
RIOR/GRILLE - REMOVAL).
(4) Remove the left headlight assembly.
(5) Disconnect the return line at the cooler tube.
(6) Remove the return line from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION - PRESSURE HOSE
(1) Install the pressure hose to the vehicle.(2) Reconnect the pressure hose at the steering
gear. Tighten to 37 N´m (27 ft.lbs.).
(3) Install the pressure hose mounting bracket to
the steering gear.
(4) Reconnect the pressure hose at the power
steering pump. Tighten to 38 N´m (28 ft.lbs.).
(5) Fill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP/FLUID - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
INSTALLATION - RETURN LINE FROM PUMP
TO COOLER TUBE
(1) Install the return line to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the return line at the cooler tube.
(3) Install the left headlight assembly.
(4) Install the grille assembly (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/GRILLE - INSTALLATION).
(5) Reconnect the return line at the power steering
pump.
(6) Fill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP/FLUID - STANDARD PROCE-
DURE).
INSTALLATION - RETURN HOSE FROM GEAR
TO COOLER TUBE
(1) Install the return line to the vehicle.
(2) Reconnect the return line at the cooler tube.
(3) Install the left headlight assembly.
(4) Install the grille assembly (Refer to 23 - BODY/
EXTERIOR/GRILLE - INSTALLATION).
(5) Reconnect the return line at the power steering
gear.
(6) Fill the power steering fluid (Refer to 19 -
STEERING/PUMP/FLUID - STANDARD
PROCEDURE).
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(12) Remove the torque converter bolts.
(a) Remove the steering gear (1) (Fig. 34) from
the chassis crossmember.
(b) Lower the steering gear (1) (Fig. 34) down-
wards.
(c) Remove the plastic torque converter access
cover (1) (Fig. 35) at back of engine flange.
(d) Rotate engine by hand until bolts (2) (Fig.
35) are in front of opening. Rotate engine forwards
at crankshaft.
(e) To remove bolts, position a ratchet with long
extension and joint nut as shown (Fig. 36).
(f) Remove the two bolts (2) (Fig. 35) at each of
the three locations at circumference of driving
plate.
(13) Remove torque converter drain plug and drain
automatic transmission oil into a clean container. Re-
install the drain plug and torque the plug to 14 N´m
(130 in.lbs.).
(14) Support engine. Insert wooden block between
oil pan and front chassis crossmember beam.
(15) Remove vent hose bracket and tie back to one
side.
Fig. 33 Shift Cable at Transmission
1 - SHIFT CABLE
2 - TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER
Fig. 34 Steering Gear
1 - STEERING GEAR
2 - BRACKET
Fig. 35 Torque Converter Access Cover
1 - TORQUE CONVERTER ACCESS COVER
2 - BOLT
Fig. 36 Torque Converter Bolts Access
1 - BOLT
2 - STABILIZER BAR
3 - REINFORCEMENT PLATE
4 - OPENING
5 - CHASSIS CROSSMEMBER
6 - STEERING GEAR
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(10) Install bolts (A) (Fig. 67) on underside of
transmission. Torque the bolts to 38 N´m (28 ft.lbs.).
(11) Install rear engine cross member (4) (Fig. 67).
First install the nuts (5) at the outside ends of the
engine crossmember. Then install the bolts (1) of the
transmission mount. Torque the bolts and nuts to 45
N´m (33 ft.lbs.).
(12) Remove the wooden block supporting the
engine and remove the hydraulic jack.
(13) Install the torque converter bolts.
(a) Install the first pair bolts (2) (Fig. 68) at cir-
cumference of driving plate snug only.
(b) To install bolts, position a ratchet with long
extension and joint nut as shown.
(c) Rotate engine by hand until the next pair of
bolts (2) are in front of opening. Rotate engine for-
wards at crankshaft. Install the next pair of bolts
snug only.
(d) Rotate engine by hand until the final pair of
bolts (2) are in front of opening. Rotate engine for-
wards at crankshaft. Install and torque the bolts to
50 N´m (37 ft.lbs.).
(e) Rotate engine by hand and tighten the first
two bolt pairs to 50 N´m (37 ft.lbs.).
(f) Install the plastic torque converter access
cover (1) (Fig. 69) to the back of the engine flange.
(g) Install the steering gear (1) (Fig. 70) onto the
chassis crossmember. Tighten both steering gear
bolts first to 25 N´m (18.5 ft.lbs.). Tighten bothsteering gear bolts next to 45 N´m (33 ft.lbs.).
Tighten both steering gear bolts next an additional
90É.
Fig. 67 Support Transmission and Install Bolts
1 - BOLT, TRANSMISSION MOUNT
2 - UPPER SHELL FOR TRANSMISSION MOUNT
3 - TRANSMISSION MOUNT
4 - CROSSMEMBER
5 - NUT, ENGINE CROSSMEMBER
6 - NUT, TRANSMISSION SUPPORT
Fig. 68 Torque Converter Bolts
1 - BOLT
2 - STABILIZER BAR
3 - REINFORCEMENT PLATE
4 - OPENING
5 - CHASSIS CROSSMEMBER
6 - STEERING GEAR
Fig. 69 Torque Converter Access Cover
1 - TORQUE CONVERTER ACCESS COVER
2 - BOLT
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(14) Install the transmission electrical connector
(2) (Fig. 71) from transmission and hang to the side.
Turn sealing ring (3) clockwise and connect plug con-
nection (2).
(15) Install the shift cable (Fig. 72) to the trans-
mission.
(a) Push shift cable onto the transmission shift
lever ball socket.
(b) Latch ball socket latch of cable.
(c) Clip shift cable retainer into retainer
bracket.(16) Install the cooler lines to the transmission.
(a) Install the brackets for the oil cooler feed and
return lines (1) (Fig. 73) onto the engine oil pan
flange. Detail shows right side of motor. Position is
mirrored for the left side of engine.
(b) Attach the bracket for the cable retainer (4)
(Fig. 74) to the threaded shank of a engine oil pan
bolt (5).
(c) Install the bolts to hold the oil cooler lines (6)
to the left (Fig. 75) and right sides of transmission.
Torque the bolts to 34 N´m (25 ft.lbs.).
Fig. 70 Install Steering Gear
1 - STEERING GEAR
2 - BRACKET
Fig. 71 Transmission Electrical Connector and
Cooler Line
1 - COOLER LINE
2 - TRANSMISSION ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR
3 - SEALING RING
Fig. 72 Shift Cable at Transmission
1 - SHIFT CABLE
2 - TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER
Fig. 73 Cooler Line Supports
1 - COOLER LINES
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(5) Disconnect the park lock cable coupling (1)
(Fig. 205) from the shift lever assembly (SLA). Press
locking tab (2) together and push coupling (1) against
the spring force into the SLA, twist through 90É
(right or left) and pull off.
(6) Remove the lower steering column shroud.
(7) Loosen the park lock cable (2) (Fig. 206) from
the ignition switch.
(8) Remove the park lock cable (2) (Fig. 207) from
the ignition switch.(9) Remove the park lock cable from the vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Route the park lock cable through the instru-
ment panel between the steering column and the
shift lever assembly (SLA).
(2) Install the park lock cable (2) (Fig. 208) to the
ignition switch.
(3) Tighten the park lock cable (2) (Fig. 209) to the
ignition switch.
(4) Install the lower steering column shroud.
Fig. 205 Disengage Park Lock Cable From SLA
1 - PARK LOCK CABLE COUPLING
2 - LOCK TAB
3 - BOLT
4 - SHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY (SLA)
5 - CONNECTOR
Fig. 206 Loosen Park Lock Cable From Ignition
Switch
1 - IGNITION SWITCH
2 - PARK LOCK CABLE
Fig. 207 Remove Park Lock Cable From Ignition
Switch
1 - IGNITION SWITCH
2 - PARK LOCK CABLE
Fig. 208 Install Park Lock Cable to Ignition Switch
1 - IGNITION SWITCH
2 - PARK LOCK CABLE
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