32 13 070 Removing and installing (replacing) electric steering gear (EPS)
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IMPORTANT:
Steering gear:
Check connection of steering gear for corrosion, clean contacts if necessary. The steering gear must be replaced if the corrosion is too far advanced.
Connecting cable:
In the event of moisture/corrosion inside the two plug connections, check the insulation of the connecting cable. If the insulation reveals any noticeable/striking features, it will be necessary to replace the part. Otherwise it will be sufficient to replace the contacts or plug housing.
Check connection of steering gear for corrosion, clean contacts if necessary. The steering gear must be replaced if the corrosion is too far advanced.
Connecting cable:
In the event of moisture/corrosion inside the two plug connections, check the insulation of the connecting cable. If the insulation reveals any noticeable/striking features, it will be necessary to replace the part. Otherwise it will be sufficient to replace the contacts or plug housing.
NOTE:
In a warranty case, a fault memory printout must be included with the defective part.
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEADNOTE: High-current-carrying lead laid with permanent positive connection (80 A fuse protection).
- Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
- Remove V-STRUT ON LEFT AND RIGHT
- Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE FROM STEERING GEAR
- Remove both TIE ROD ENDS FROM SWIVEL BEARING
- Replacement: Remove BOTH TIE ROD ENDS FROM STEERING GEAR
Release cable holder (1) on steering gear.
Unlock plug connections (2) and disconnect.
Installation:
Check plug connections for moisture and corrosion. To do so, read and follow notes/information at the start of the document.
Make sure wiring harnesses are laid correctly.
Plug connections must audibly snap into place.
Release nuts and remove screws (1) towards bottom.
Remove steering gear (2) towards front.
Installation:
Replace screws and nuts.
Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ .
After installation
- Teach in END STOP SOFTWARE
- Perform chassis alignment check See 3200150 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH VEHICLE LOAD UP TO DESIGN POSITION or 3200155 KDS CHASSIS/WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK WITH RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT WITHOUT VEHICLE LOAD
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT