32 31 102 Replacing Steering Spindle Sleeve

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE
Remove ACCELERATOR PEDAL MODULE

Remove sleeve (1) from bulkhead.

Installation:

Coat sleeve from outside with silicone grease and insert from passenger compartment. Arrow (1) on sleeve must point horizontally to left.

Check seating of sleeve in bulkhead, correct if necessary.

Fig 1: Identifying Sleeve From Bulkhead

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After installation:

Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT /ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING