Bosch KS01000849 Rack and Pinion Assembly

Bosch Hydraulic Steering Rack for Audi and Volkswagen

Bosch KS01000849 is a remanufactured hydraulic rack and pinion assembly for select Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat applications. It is built for direct replacement use where hydraulic steering response and OE-style fitment are required.

The Bosch steering rack and pinion assembly line focuses on remanufactured steering components that restore hydraulic steering function for import vehicles. KS01000849 follows that product line approach with application-specific coverage for late-1990s and 2000 Passat and A4 platforms.

Key Features

• Remanufactured hydraulic rack and pinion assembly
• Direct-fit steering component for select Audi and Volkswagen models
• Designed for hydraulic steering systems
• Cross-references OE part numbers 8D1422052C and 8D1422052CX
• Fits 1996-1999 Audi A4, 1998-1999 Audi A4 Quattro, and 1998-2000 Volkswagen Passat applications with listed chassis restrictions

Detailed Description

Bosch KS01000849 is a remanufactured steering rack for vehicles using hydraulic steering gear. It is listed for 1996-1999 Audi A4, 1998-1999 Audi A4 Quattro, and 1998-2000 Volkswagen Passat applications, with chassis-specific notes on certain model years. For buyers searching for a remanufactured Audi A4 steering rack, a Volkswagen Passat hydraulic rack, or a Bosch rack and pinion assembly by part number, this unit provides a direct application match for the listed vehicles.

This part cross-references OE numbers 8D1422052C and 8D1422052CX for the same application. Use KS01000849 when replacing a worn or leaking steering rack on the specified Audi and Volkswagen platforms.

What It Helps Address

• Steering play or looseness in the rack and pinion assembly
• Hydraulic fluid leakage from the steering gear
• Uneven or inconsistent steering response
• Noisy steering operation related to internal rack wear
• Restoration of steering control on listed Audi A4, Audi A4 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify chassis breakpoints before ordering, especially for 1998-2000 Volkswagen Passat and 1998-1999 Audi A4 Quattro applications. Confirm the existing steering system is hydraulic and match the vehicle identification details to the fitment notes before installation. After replacement, the steering system should be inspected, filled, and bled according to the vehicle service procedure.

Quality Assurance

Bosch remanufactured steering components are processed to support OE-style replacement needs for import applications. KS01000849 is a remanufactured part, not a new assembly, and is intended for the listed Audi and Volkswagen fitments.