Steering Gear Boot: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5, 2002 BMW X5, 2001 BMW X5, and 2000 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Clean rack and steering tie rod. Grease toothed area of rack. If polished surface of rack is damaged (rust), replace steering gear. See POWER STEERING GEAR .