{"product_id":"vw-passat-b5-b5-5-w8-rhd-steering-rack-new","title":"VW Passat B5\/B5.5 W8 Wagon RHD Steering Rack Assembly NEW - Compatible 2000-2005, OEM 3B2422053B","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand new complete hydraulic rack-and-pinion steering rack assembly, compatible with right-hand drive Volkswagen Passat B5 and B5.5 models, including the 4.0L W8 Wagon (Variant). Supplied as a complete new assembly — no exchange unit and no core return required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a direct replacement for vehicles suffering from excessive steering play, fluid leaks at the rack seals, heavy or uneven steering effort, or knocking over bumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand new assembly, not reconditioned or used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHydraulic power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRight-hand drive configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied outright — no old unit return, no core deposit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal equipment reference: 3B2422053B \/ 3B2422053BX\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured to original equipment dimensions and mounting points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteering gear type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRack and pinion, hydraulic power assist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLength\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,021–1,025 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e176 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTurns lock-to-lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.75–2.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEntry thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM14 × 1.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit thread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM16 × 1.5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput shaft diameter \/ height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.9 mm \/ 53 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting bore spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e510 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNet weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.9 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteering gear manufacturer reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKOYO \/ ZF\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible vehicle applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolkswagen Passat B5 (3B2) — saloon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolkswagen Passat B5.5 (3B3) — saloon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolkswagen Passat B5 Variant (3B5)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolkswagen Passat B5.5 Variant (3B6) — including 4.0 W8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel years: 2000–2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering configuration: right-hand drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e petrol and diesel variants of the B5\/B5.5 range. Confirm your engine code before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform \/ chassis codes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3B2, 3B3, 3B5, 3B6 (B5 \/ B5.5 platform, shared with Audi A4 B5 8D2 \/ 8D5)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOriginal equipment reference numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3B2422053B · 3B2422053BX · 3B2422052D · 3B2422052E · 3B2422052F · 3B2422052P · 3B2422052Q · 3B2422053C · 3B2422053CX · 8D2422052G · 8D2422052JX · 8D2422052NX · 8D2422053X · 8D2422053JX\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAftermarket cross-references: DRI 711520046R \/ 711520047R · ELSTOCK 11-0046R \/ 11-0047R · Re-EX 503-00083R · TRW JRP7600 \/ JRP7603\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot compatible with:\u003c\/strong\u003e the left-hand drive reference 8D1422053BX. These are different assemblies and do not interchange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended. Steering is a safety-critical system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlush the power steering system and replace the fluid and reservoir filter during fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace inner and outer tie rod ends as required; inspect before reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel alignment is mandatory after installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBleed the hydraulic system fully before returning the vehicle to service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck whether your vehicle is fitted with servotronic steering before ordering — servotronic vehicles use a different assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicles were supplied with either ZF or KOYO steering gears. Physically identify the unit fitted to your vehicle before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFitment verification notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment is based on catalogue data for the right-hand drive Passat B5\/B5.5 platform and has not been confirmed against an individual vehicle identification number. Please supply your VIN or registration before ordering and we will verify the correct assembly for your car. If your vehicle is fitted with servotronic steering, or carries a different original equipment number, contact us before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AutoCentreParts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57622196355144,"sku":"ACP-VW-3B2422053B-NEW","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/9037\/4728\/files\/Ha7c27a4f95224a77be9cf051c599aa0eT.jpg_1000x1000_240067d3-e508-4198-b5fd-16a38c0b42b3.jpg?v=1793965413","url":"https:\/\/autocentreparts.co.nz\/products\/vw-passat-b5-b5-5-w8-rhd-steering-rack-new","provider":"Auto Centre Parts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}