Steering Rack Fitment Check by Reg Number.
Steering racks are one of the many parts that can easily be ordered incorrectly. A reg number lookup takes around a minute to complete and could save a lot of hassle and even money if the wrong part was to be fitted.
Run the Reg Through a Fitment Tool
For Car Steering Rack, see //westernpowersteering.co.uk/vehicles/. e. make, model, engine number and date of manufacture, are obtained directly from the DVLA for you.
Understand Why One Model Has Several Variants
Even within the same model range, the steering rack can vary between different models, between different trim levels, and even between different production dates. The fitment tool should be able to identify which type of steering rack your vehicle was originally fitted with.
Cross-Check the Specific Details Returned
Even with the correct details for your car, there can be the odd model that has been released with slightly different Steering Rack variants. Check the engine code and the build date against the Steering Rack parts you are looking to purchase.
What to Do With an Ambiguous Result
If the lookup gives you a list of potential parts and they are all ‘near enough’, then check your V5C for your chassis number and ring the supplier. With your chassis number, the supplier can match you up with the correct part for your exact production batch.
This check can take just a couple of minutes to complete before purchasing a steering rack, compared to returning a near fit part.