Car steering Opel Omega A

Steering Specifications
For models of later model years, see Appendix at the end of the Manual (Section 13). Type - Worm shaft and pendulum and amplifier Ratio - 14.5:1 Lubricant type...

General description
All models are equipped with power steering. Worm type steering. On models with fuel injection, the hydraulic system has a pressure sensor (photo). It controls...

Steering wheel — removal and installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Set the front wheels straight ahead. 3. Remove the horn button from the center of the steering wheel with a lever...

Steering column — removal and installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Inside the vehicle, mark the position of the inner column relative to the swivel, then unscrew and remove the...

Steering Column (No Height Adjustment) — Bulkhead
Note: Replacing the top bearing can be done without removing the entire column, however it must be removed to replace the bottom bushing. 1. Remove the...

Steering Column (Height Adjustable) — Bulkhead
Note: Upper bearing replacement can be done without removing the entire column, however it must be removed to replace the lower bushing. 1. Remove the steering...

Steering gear — removal and installation
1. Working inside the vehicle, lift up the trim near the pedals, then loosen and remove the steering column pivot clamp bolt. 2. Place a container under the...

Steering gear — adjustment in place
1. The steering gear can be pre-adjusted on the vehicle on site. First, jack up the front of the car and secure it on axle stands. 2. Unscrew the nut securing...

Tie rods — removal and installation
1. Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on axle stands. Remove the front wheels. 2. To remove the tie rod, unscrew the nuts...

Intermediate steering gear — removal and installation
1. Apply the handbrake, jack up the front of the vehicle and support it on axle stands. Remove the left wheel. 2. Disconnect the tie rod by unscrewing the nut...

Power steering pump — removal and installation
1. Loosen the two pivot bolts on the top of the pump. 2. Loosen the tensioner nut and bolt under the pump and adjusting rod inner nut. 3. Loosen the outer nut...

Wheel installation — check and adjustment
1. Accurate wheel alignment greatly affects steering performance and prevents excessive tire wear. Before checking, make sure that the car is not overloaded...

Wheels and tires — care and maintenance
Wheels and tires should not create any real problems during operation with regular inspection and maintenance. Check tire pressure regularly. The check should...