32 31 070 Removing and installing/replacing lower section of steering shaft
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove the front UNDERBODY PROTECTION
- Remove sump guard for steering (sports chassis only)
- Remove the TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL MECHANISM
- Move steering column in "top" and "retracted" position.
Release clamping bolts (1) of steering shaft from steering box from below and detach steering shaft from steering box.
Installation note:
Clean screw threads to remove all remnants of screw locking adhesive.
Replace clamping bolts.
Tightening torque, refer to: 32 31 2AZ .
Pull down steering shaft until clamping bolt (1) is accessible with tool (reversible ratchet and extension).
Release clamping bolt (1) and remove steering shaft in downward direction.
Installation note:
Clean screw threads to remove all remnants of screw locking adhesive.
Replace clamping bolts.
Counter-hold the steering shaft in the passenger compartment on the steering column when sliding the universal joint onto the steering column!
Connect steering spindle first to steering column and then to steering gear.
Clamping bolt must rest in groove of steering box or steering column.
No subsequent retorquing permitted!
Tightening torque, refer to: 32 31 3AZ .
After installation:
- Turn steering wheel in both directions to the limit position. The airbag indicator light must not light up in the process.