Steering Gaiter\bellows

[derekod]

Is there enough access when jacking up the car to replace the steering bellows on a 2002 Ford Galaxy 115 tdi without having to lower the cross member, clearance looks tight to secure the inner part of the bellows while I was replacing the brake pads?

[Bigjeeze]

I just changed one on my wife's car. It is very difficult as there is very little room. I used a pattern gaiter that is significantly softer than the original which helped a lot. I am not sure I could have replaced an original one as getting it over the lip on the rack is very very tight. I do have very big hands so if you aren't a freak like me you may be ok!