Vaico V20-0978 Rack and Pinion Bellows - Left or Right

Rack and Pinion Bellows for Mini Steering

Vaico V20-0978 is a thermoplast rack and pinion bellows for electric steering systems. It is built for Mini Cooper, Cooper Countryman, and Cooper Paceman applications with left or right side fitment, depending on the vehicle listing.

Key Features

• Thermoplast construction for steering rack protection
• Designed for electric steering operation
• Measures 160 mm in length
• Inner diameter 1: 14 mm
• Inner diameter 2: 51 mm
• Height and width: 63.5 mm
• Vaico part number V20-0978

Product Details

VAICO V20-0978 is a rack and pinion bellows used to cover and protect the steering rack area from dirt, moisture, and road debris. The thermoplast material is specified for electric steering applications and the dimensions are listed for accurate service matching. This part cross-references Four Seasons 36575 for the same application. For Mini Cooper, Mini Cooper Countryman, and Mini Cooper Paceman steering service, V20-0978 provides a direct replacement reference for the listed left and right positions.

What It Helps Address

• Cracked or torn steering rack bellows
• Contamination entering the steering rack area
• Loss of protection around the rack and pinion assembly
• Service replacement for worn Mini steering boots
• Fitment matching for electric steering rack bellows

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify side, dimensions, and steering type before installation. Confirm the inner diameters and overall length against the removed bellows and match the vehicle position shown in the fitment data. Fits 2007-2015 Mini Cooper, left and right; fits 2011-2016 Mini Cooper Countryman, left and right; fits 2013-2016 Mini Cooper Paceman, left and right.

Quality Assurance

VAICO supplies OE-style aftermarket steering components under the VAICO brand line. Part number V20-0978 is specified with published dimensions and vehicle fitment data for application matching.