32 31 219 Removing and installing/replacing double joint with flexible disk

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• If necessary, remove steering gear cover at side

Release clamping screw, turn power steering if necessary.

Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ignition key.

Detach double joint with flexible disk from power steering gear.

Installation: 

If necessary, move power steering gear to straight-ahead position - markings on cap and housing must match up.

Replace clamping screw.

Tightening torque: 32 31 1AZ, see 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .

Release clamping screw.

Detach double joint with flexible disk from lower steering spindle (1).

Installation: 

Clamping screw must rest in groove of lower steering spindle (1).

Replace clamping screw.

Tightening torque: 32 31 13AZ, see 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .

After installation: 

• Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment, see 61 31 996 Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment .