32 31 090 Removing and installing/replacing steering column
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove the top section of steering column casing
- Remove the left instrument panel trim at the bottom
- Remove the support for the trim panel of the dashboard on the bottom (R60/R61)
- Remove lower section of steering column trim
- Remove revcounter . See 62 10 100 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STEERING COLUMN REVCOUNTER .
After releasing screw (2), steering shaft must be retained with steering lock!
Nut (1) must be counter supported with open-end spanner AF 11 during disassembly and installation. Cage nut (1) can break off if this is not observed!
Steering column must be replaced when cage nut (1) is damaged!
Release screw (1) with reversible ratchet and extension, and simultaneously counter support with open-end spanner AF 11!.
Detach lower section of steering spindle (2) from steering gear and swing towards rear.
Installation:
Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.
Replace screw.
Tightening torque 32 31 2AZ .
Disconnect plug connections (1) on steering column switch cluster.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Release screws (2) and remove steering column towards rear.
Installation:
Replace screws.
Tightening torque 32 31 3AZ .
Replacement:
- Modify steering column switch cluster . See 61 31 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING STEERING COLUMN SWITCH CLUSTER .