32 31 Steering Column
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STEERING COLUMN - TIGHTENING TORQUE
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Lower section of steering spindle to steering gear / steering column | E81, E82, E87, E88, E90 / REAR END, E91 / REAR END, E92 / REAR END, E93 | M8 | Recut thread Replace clamping screw No subsequent buckling permitted! |
21 Nm |
| 2AZ Steering column to support tube | E81, E82, E87, E88, E90, E91, E92, E93 | M8 | 21 Nm | |
| 3AZ Double joint to power steering gear | E90 / Four Wheel Drive, E91 / Four Wheel Drive, E92 / Four Wheel Drive | M8 | Recut thread Replace clamping screw No subsequent buckling permitted! |
21 Nm |
| 4AZ Steering spindle lower section to double joint / steering column | E90 / Four Wheel Drive, E91 / Four Wheel Drive, E92 / Four Wheel Drive | M8 | Recut thread Replace clamping screw No subsequent buckling permitted! |
21 Nm |
| 5AZ Universal joint to steering spindle lower section / steering column | E90 / S65, E92 / S65, E93 / S65 | M8 | Recut thread Replace clamping screw No subsequent buckling permitted! |
21 Nm |