{"product_id":"jp-group-power-steering-intermediate-shaft-vw-vanagon-syncro-251422753-jp-3149-0-jp-3150-0","title":"JP Group Intermediate Steering Shaft for Power Steering, 2WD or Syncro | VW Vanagon 1980–1991 | OE 251 422 753 \/ 753 A (JP-3149-0 \/ JP-3150-0)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJP Group Intermediate Steering Shaft for Power Steering — VW Vanagon 2WD \u0026amp; Syncro (JP-3149-0 \/ JP-3150-0)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort answer:\u003c\/strong\u003e JP Group JP-3149-0 (OE 251 422 753, JP ref 1145600600) and JP-3150-0 (OE 251 422 753 A, JP ref 1145600700) are new intermediate steering shafts that link the steering column to the power steering rack on the VW Vanagon. JP-3149-0 is for 2WD vans with power steering; JP-3150-0 is the Syncro version. Sold each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1980–1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Vanagon 2WD with power steering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP-3149-0, OE 251 422 753 (EMPI lists 1979–1992 Transporter, except 2.5 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1986–1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Vanagon Syncro with power steering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP-3150-0, OE 251 422 753 A (EMPI lists 1985–1992 Syncro, except 2.5 L)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1980–1991\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW Vanagon with manual (non-assisted) steering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — manual-steering vans use a different shaft (251 419 753 series)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate ROW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransporter T3 2.5 L (South Africa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e per EMPI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1992–2003\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVW EuroVan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment note: both shafts are listed by EMPI and JP Group for left-hand-drive power-steering vans. Right-hand-drive vans were not confirmed. Compare your old shaft's length and joint ends before you install.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e2WD\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSyncro\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP-3149-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP-3150-0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOE reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e251 422 753\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e251 422 753 A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJP Group reference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1145600600\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1145600700\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e707924541137\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e707924541144\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eIntermediate steering shaft for power steering, column to rack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold as\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eEach\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003eApprox. 6 lb, 24 x 6 x 4 in (estimate, not yet measured)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOne intermediate steering shaft for the version you choose\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch bolts and nuts (reuse only if in perfect condition, or replace)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering column, column bearings or rack boot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower steering rack, pump or hoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe intermediate shaft is the link between the steering wheel and the rack. Its universal joints wear after decades of use, especially on vans that have sat or seen water and salt. A worn shaft causes a clunk or knock you can feel in the wheel when turning at low speed, free play in the steering, a notchy or binding feel as you turn, or steering that does not return smoothly to center. Some of what owners blame on a worn rack is really a tired intermediate shaft. Because this is a safety-critical part, a loose or seized joint should be replaced, not ignored. New Syncro shafts in particular are getting hard to find in the US.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCenter the steering wheel and the rack before removing the old shaft, and mark the splines so the wheel stays straight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck that the joint ends and length match your old shaft before final assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean the splines, fit the pinch bolts in the groove, and tighten to the Bentley manual specification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for free play and smooth rotation lock-to-lock, then road test at low speed before driving normally.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGet a front-end alignment if the wheel is off center after the job.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit my 1988 Vanagon GL with power steering?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, if it is 2WD, choose JP-3149-0. If it is a Syncro, choose JP-3150-0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2WD or Syncro — how do I tell?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSyncro vans have a front differential, front driveshafts and a \"syncro\" badge. If your VIN shows a Syncro, order JP-3150-0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as OE 251 422 753 A?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJP-3150-0 cross-references to 251 422 753 A (Syncro). JP-3149-0 cross-references to 251 422 753 (2WD).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit a van without power steering?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Manual-steering Vanagons use a different shaft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat else do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew pinch bolts and nuts are a good idea. Inspect the rack boot, tie rod ends and column bushings while you are in there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it new or rebuilt?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNew JP Group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit right-hand-drive vans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot confirmed. These are listed for left-hand-drive power steering vans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplore Related Categories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/steering\"\u003eSteering \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/suspension\"\u003eSuspension \u0026amp; Components\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vw-vanagon\"\u003eVW Vanagon Parts\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"wm-legal\"\u003e\u003csmall\u003eVolkswagen® and model names are trademarks of Volkswagen AG. Washburn's Metal is not affiliated with or endorsed by Volkswagen. Part numbers are for reference only.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003csmall\u003e\u003cb\u003eCalifornia Prop 65 Warning:\u003c\/b\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. For more information, visit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.p65warnings.ca.gov\/\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e. 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