33 34 070 Removing and installing/renewing integral active steering

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Lower REAR AXLE SUPPORT .
REMOVE BOTH TOE LINKS .

IMPORTANT: Screws (1) must not be released during removal!

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) from steering.

Release screw (2) and remove grounding cable.

Tightening torque 33 34 4AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Grounding Cable And Connectors

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 33 34 2AZ .

Undo collar bolts (2).

Tightening torque 33 34 1AZ .

Installation note:

Observe assembly sequence at end of procedure to prevent integral active steering from jamming during installation.

Fig 3: Identifying Collar Bolts And Screw

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Release bolts (1) and remove Integral Active Steering towards bottom.

Tightening torque 33 34 3AZ .

Installation note:

Observe assembly sequence at end of procedure to prevent integral active steering from jamming during installation.

Fig 4: Identifying Bolts

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IMPORTANT: Observe assembly sequence.

Fasten screws and nuts on the Integral Active Steering at the rear axle support, see Fig 5.

Fig 5: Integral Active Steering Tightening/Loosening Sequence

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After installation

Perform Integral Active Steering start-up using the diagnosis system (service function/steering test).
Carry out wheel alignment procedure. See ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD or ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT (WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD) .