32 13 070 Removing and installing (replacing) electric steering gear (EPS)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

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.

NOTE: In a warranty case you must always provide a fault memory printout, even where there is no fault memory entry, with the defective part.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead . See 12 00... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .
NOTE: High-current-carrying lead laid with permanent positive connection (80 A fuse protection).
Remove both tie rod ends from swivel bearing .
Replacement: Remove both tie rod ends from steering gear .
Lower front axle support . See 31 11 506 LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE CARRIER (SPECIAL TOOL SWZ00-2040) or 31 11 506 LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE CARRIER (UNIVERSAL LIFTER) .

Release screws (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ.

Fig 1: Identifying Front Axle Support Screws

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IMPORTANT: The control head of the steering gear must not under any circumstances strike other components!
Collision with other components may result in damage to the steering gear!

First swing steering gear (1) in direction of travel to right and then remove towards front.

Fig 2: Swing Steering Gear (1) In Direction Of Travel To Right And Then Remove Towards Front

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Replacement:

IMPORTANT: On cars with 18" tires, it will be necessary to install steering stop limiters to be ordered separately!

Remove both tie rods on steering gear.

Remove both steering top limiters (1).

Installation:

Deformation elements (2) must point to steering gear (3).

Fig 3: Removing Steering Top Limiters (1); Ensuring Deformation Elements (2) Point To Steering Gear (3)

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After installation:

Replacement only: Carry out programming/coding .
Perform chassis alignment check . See 32 00 150 KDS Chassis/Wheel Alignment Check With Load Up To Design Position or 32 00 155 KDS Chassis/Wheel Alignment Check With Ride-Height Measurement Without Load .
Version with Dynamic Stability Control (DSC): Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment .

NOTE: Only cars with DSC are fitted with a steering angle sensor (integrated in the steering column switch cluster).