Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Hydraulic Thrust Piece
Currently it is not possible to perform this repair.
Special tools and workshop equipment required
- Bracket VW 540/2
- Torque wrench V.A.G 1332
- Torque wrench V.A.G 1331
- Thrust piece 3253/6 qty. 2
- Wet and dry vacuum cleaner for example V.A.G 1373
- Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS 5051B
- Drill
- 4 mm drill bit
Removing
-- Remove steering gear. Refer to STEERING GEAR .
-- Clean steering gear in area of adjustment screw.
-- Clamp the steering gear as illustrated.
- VW 540/2
- 3253/6 (quantity: 2)
-- Drill the 6 peenings out using a 4 mm drill bit until reaching dimension -a-.
Dimension -a- = 3 mm
Do not drill deeper than 3 mm.
-- Vacuum up drill shavings completely from steering gear housing using for example V.A.G 1373.
-- Remove the adjustment screw.
-- Remove sealing ring -arrow-.
-- Remove the hydraulic thrust piece from the steering gear housing.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.