Necessary preliminary tasks

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Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
NOTE: High-current-carrying lead laid with permanent positive connection (80 A fuse protection).
Remove FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION
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

Cut open cable tie (1).

Disconnect plug connections (2).

Installation:

Check plug connections for moisture and corrosion. To do so, read and follow notes/information at the start of the document.

Plug connections must audibly snap into place.

Make sure connecting lead is correctly laid.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections And Tie Cable

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Release nuts and remove screws (1) towards bottom.

Remove steering gear (2) towards front.

Installation:

Replace screws and nuts.

Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Gear And Screws

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