Quick Q here. My steering rack is in need of replacement. However, I am supossed to drive 250 miles to a baseball game for memorial day. The rack is leaking but I keep topping the resevoir when necessary. Any serious consequences driving this car on monday? 97 B5 FWD.
Thanks

 

Well I drove my old Toyota with a bad steering rack....but I mean that was a toyota, id think as long as there was fluid in there it would be ok though. just my .02 lol

 

Also, the local parts shop wants to charge me around $1200-$1300 for the repair. I found racks online for about $350. I changed the rack on my E30 years ago, how much of a headache is this repair? Anyone have any pointers? (97 A4 FWD) Thanks Again!

 

The rack is located high on the fire wall. You'll need a lift. Labor should
cost around $600. Use 11s fluid.
www.carsteering.com

 

here's a DIY if you want:

http://www.audiworld.com/tech/misc-40.shtml

agreed on the fluid, you can grab it from an audi or VW dealership

 

for god sake use the right fluid!!! i learned the hard way.