32 31 Steering Column
STEERING COLUMN - TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Type | Thread | Tightening specification | Measure | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AZ Steering column to instrument panel carrier | E70, E71 | M8 | 21.4 Nm | |
| 2AZ Lower steering spindle to power steering gear/center steering spindle | E70, E71 | M8 | Recut thread Replace clamping screw No subsequent buckling permitted! |
28 Nm |
| 3AZ Centre steering spindle to steering column/lower steering spindle | E70, E71 | M8 | Recut thread Replace clamping screw No subsequent buckling permitted! |
28 Nm |
| 4AZ Centre steering spindle to bearing plate | E70, E71 | 20 Nm | ||
| 5AZ Bearing plate to body | E70, E71 | 8 Nm |