SEAT ATECA MK1 KH7 1.5 TSI RHD ELECTRIC POWER STEERING RACK COMPLETE 3Q0909144M
SEAT ATECA MK1 KH7 1.5 TSI RHD ELECTRIC POWER STEERING RACK COMPLETE 3Q0909144M
SEAT ATECA MK1 KH7 1.5 TSI RHD ELECTRIC POWER STEERING RACK COMPLETE 3Q0909144M
Complete right-hand-drive electric steering rack assembly as photographed, with integrated assist motor/control unit, wiring, heat shield, gaiters and track-rod components shown in the listing images.
Critical buyer check before ordering
Actual item photographs
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Vehicle and fitting-position reference
Where the rack is fitted
The steering rack is mounted low across the front axle line on the front subframe, behind and below the engine. Its inner and outer track rods connect the rack to the front wheel hubs, while the steering-column intermediate shaft connects the driver's steering wheel to the rack input.
What it controls
It converts steering-wheel movement into side-to-side movement at the front wheels. The integrated electric motor supplies steering assistance and the control unit communicates with steering-angle, stability-control and driver-assistance systems. Correct coding, basic settings and wheel alignment may be required after installation.
Item details and identifiers
| eBay Item Number | 147479020773 |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Application | SEAT Ateca Mk1 / KH7-KHP, five-door SUV, 1.5 TSI petrol, right-hand drive |
| Primary Visible Identifier | 3Q0 909 144 M |
| Hardware Identifier | 3Q0 909 144 L |
| Part Type | Complete electric power steering rack / steering gear assembly |
| Steering Side | Right-hand-drive vehicle application |
| Manufacturer Group | Volkswagen Group component fitted to SEAT application |
| Country Marked in Listing | Germany |
| Construction | Cast aluminium-alloy housing, steel rack and shafts, rubber gaiters, integrated electric assist motor/control unit and fitted heat shield |
| Electrical Connections | Integrated power and signal connectors as photographed; compare plug shape, locking tabs, loom routing and connector position |
| Included | Rack assembly, assist motor/control unit, wiring sections, heat shield, gaiters and track-rod components exactly as shown |
| Condition | Previously fitted component with age-related cosmetic marks and surface corrosion visible in the photographs |
| Colour / Markings | Silver aluminium body, black motor/connector sections, black rubber gaiters and visible factory label; compare all markings before purchase |
| Warranty | 30 days, subject to the listing terms and correct professional installation |
| VAT | VAT Margin Scheme / Global Accounting: VAT is not shown separately and is not reclaimable |
Parts compatibility chart
| Vehicle | Years | Body / Drive | Engine | Status | Buyer verification |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAT Ateca Mk1 (KH7 / KHP) | 2018-2020 | 5-door SUV, RHD | 1.5 TSI petrol | SUPPORTED APPLICATION — MATCH REQUIRED | Match 3Q0 909 144 M, hardware 3Q0 909 144 L, connector layout, motor position, steering side and photographs. |
| SEAT Ateca Mk1 facelift | 2020 onward | 5-door SUV, RHD | 1.5 TSI petrol | VIN / LABEL CHECK REQUIRED | Later vehicles can use revised rack assemblies. Do not rely on model and engine alone. |
| CUPRA Ateca / 4Drive / performance versions | All | 5-door SUV | High-output petrol | NOT CONFIRMED | Different steering ratios, software datasets, subframe specifications or drive layouts may apply. |
| Audi A3 / S3 / Q2, VW Golf / T-Roc / Passat, SEAT Leon, Skoda Octavia | Various MQB years | Various | Various | NUMBER SIGHTING IS NOT FITMENT | The 3Q0 909 144 M control identifier appears on several MQB vehicles. Complete rack interchange is not confirmed without the full mechanical rack number, steering ratio, PR codes, RHD/LHD layout and VIN. |
Vehicles this item should not be ordered for
Left-hand-drive cars
The column input position and complete rack layout differ. This listing is for a right-hand-drive application.
Different label number
Do not order where the existing steering-assist number, hardware version, plug layout or motor position differs.
Unverified performance systems
Do not assume compatibility with dynamic steering, performance, 4Drive or driver-assistance variants without a VIN and PR-code check.
Common symptoms of a failing steering rack
Driver may notice
- Heavy or intermittent steering assistance, especially at low speed
- Yellow or red steering warning symbol
- Knocking, clunking or excessive free play through the steering
- Poor return-to-centre or an off-centre steering wheel
- Uneven assistance, pulling or steering that feels notchy
- Noise from the electric assist motor area
Diagnostic system may show
- Steering Assist / J500 communication or mechanical fault codes
- Steering end-stop or basic-setting faults
- Steering-angle plausibility faults
- Related stability-control or lane-assistance warnings
- Low-voltage faults that must be ruled out before replacing the rack
These symptoms can also be caused by battery voltage, wiring, connectors, steering-angle calibration, track rods, suspension joints, tyres or alignment. A professional diagnostic check is recommended before ordering.
Why choose an original manufacturer-spec part
Correct geometry
Factory-developed rack travel, mounting points, steering ratio and electrical architecture are designed around the vehicle platform.
System communication
The integrated controller is intended to communicate with the vehicle's steering, stability and assistance systems when correctly matched and programmed.
Lower replacement cost
A previously fitted original manufacturer-spec component can offer a major saving against a new dealer replacement; market savings can reach around 70% in some cases.
Professional fitting guide
Required tools and equipment
- Vehicle lift or approved axle stands
- Wheel socket and breaker bar
- Torque wrench
- Torx and XZN / triple-square bit set
- Ball-joint / track-rod separator
- Steering wheel locking tool
- Subframe support or transmission jack
- Electrical connector tools
- Diagnostic scan and programming equipment
- Four-wheel alignment equipment
- New specified stretch bolts and fixings
- Workshop manual for the exact VIN
Estimated workshop time
Approximate professional labour: 4-6 hours, depending on corrosion, subframe access, equipment, calibration requirements and whether additional seized or worn components are found.
Allow extra time for: diagnostics, steering rack parameterisation/coding, steering-angle and end-stop basic settings, four-wheel alignment and road testing.
- Confirm the replacement matches the original label, RHD layout, connectors, rack body, mounting points and steering ratio before dismantling the vehicle.
- Keep the front wheels straight, lock the steering wheel and disconnect the battery following the workshop procedure.
- Raise the vehicle safely, remove the front wheels and remove undertrays or shields needed for access.
- Mark the steering-column intermediate-shaft position, then disconnect it without allowing the steering wheel to rotate.
- Disconnect the electric steering power and communication connectors, checking the loom and terminals for damage or corrosion.
- Release the outer track-rod ends from the front hubs and remove any related brackets or components blocking rack removal.
- Support the front subframe and lower or reposition it only as instructed by the workshop manual. Remove the rack mounting bolts and withdraw the assembly.
- Fit the replacement in the same orientation. Use new bolts where specified and tighten all fasteners to the exact VIN-specific workshop torque and angle values.
- Reconnect wiring, steering shaft, track rods, shields and undertrays. Confirm the steering wheel has remained centred.
- Complete coding or parameterisation if required, perform steering-angle/end-stop basic settings, clear fault codes, complete a full alignment and road-test the vehicle.
Static garage labour cost calculator
Because eBay does not allow active calculators in listing descriptions, use the table below. Multiply your garage's hourly rate by the actual booked labour time. Parts, diagnostics, coding, alignment, fixings, VAT and additional repairs may be charged separately.
| Garage hourly rate | 4 hours | 5 hours | 6 hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| £50 per hour | £200 | £250 | £300 |
| £70 per hour | £280 | £350 | £420 |
| £90 per hour | £360 | £450 | £540 |
| £110 per hour | £440 | £550 | £660 |
| £130 per hour | £520 | £650 | £780 |
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