32 31 103 Replacing sleeve for steering spindle (assembly partition wall)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove lower section of steering spindle, refer to 32 31 070 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE

After installation:

Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment, refer to 61 31 996 CARRY OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

Remove sleeve from assembly partition wall.

Fig 1: Removing Sleeve From Assembly Partition Wall

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Installation:

Grease/spray sleeve from outside with silicone grease.

Align sleeve by way of arrow (1) to assembly partition wall and insert.

Insert plastic ring (2) in sleeve.