Steering Column - Noise When Turning

87VW04

GROUP

48

NUMBER

87-01 August 5, 1987

MODEL(S):

Golf, GTI, m..y. 1985
SUBJECT:

Noise from steering column when turning - boot rubbing


A rubbing noise may be generated between the universal shaft and its boot because of insufficient clearance.

To increase clearance, install new style boot:

^ Part Number 191 419 523B on vehicles with manual steering.

^ Part Number 191 419 523C on vehicles with power steering.

Production Change:
Improved boot installed as of May, 1985, VIN: 17 FV 058 850 (manual steering). Aug. 1985, VIN: 17 FV 077851 (power steering).