3231070 Removing and installing/replacing lower section of steering spindle
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Move steering column adjuster to "top" and "extended" position
- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly.
- Secure upper section of steering spindle in footwell (can be pushed into steering column)
- N51, N52, N53: Remove INTAKE FILTER HOUSING with air intake hose to intake manifold/system
- N54: Remove intake filter housing with charge-air duct
- E92 with N43: Remove intake filter housing
Release clamping screw (1) on steering spindle upper section (2).
Installation:
Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.
Replace clamping screw.
Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering column.
No kinking permitted!
Tightening torque 32 31 1AZ .
Release clamping screw (1) on steering spindle lower section (2).
Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ignition key.
Detach steering spindle lower section in direction of arrow from steering gear.
Detach steering spindle upper section from steering column.
Installation:
Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.
Replace clamping screw.
Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering gear.
No kinking permitted!
Steering spindle can only be attached in one position on steering gear and steering column.
Tightening torque 32 31 1AZ .
After installation
- Turn steering wheel in both directions to full lock. The airbag warning lamp must not light up in the process.
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment See 6131996 CARRYING OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT or 3210005 ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING /adjustment for active front steering.
- Check directional stability of car.