Installing Sealing Bellows Of The Steering Column

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The steering columns must only be replaced as a complete unit. Individual components cannot be disassembled and replaced.
Visually inspect all parts.
Make sure that everything remains absolutely clean.
Use the prescribed lubricant on the sliding part. This lubricant is available under the following part numbers: Container quantity: one 10-gram tube = 000.043.205.44!
Use the prescribed lubricant at the sleeve contact point with the friction ring of the sealing sleeve. . This lubricant is available under the following part number: Container quantity: one 30-gram tin = 999.917.557.00!
Fit together both parts of the steering column that were previously marked with -colour markings- .

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Marked
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The lower steering shaft must slide on the upper steering shaft smoothly and without catching.

Fit the sealing bellows of the steering column in the correct position.
Slide the lower steering shaft onto the upper steering. See Fig 2. Overcome the pressure point with a strong jerk.

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Shaft
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