Installing Steering Column (Centre)
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Installing steering column
- Observe the tightening sequence of steering column at mounting bracket.
- Once the battery is disconnected, perform the work required for full restoration of normal driving.
- Calibrate the steering-angle sensor using the Porsche System Tester.
- The electric steering column locking mechanism (ELV) must be taught using the Porsche System Tester. You can get the required immobilizer code with the vehicle identification number from IPAS or from your importer.
- The electrically adjustable steering column must be adapted in the vehicle.
- Always replace the fastening screw -1- for the universal joint of the steering column.
- Replace locking screws and nuts.
- Visually inspect all parts.
- Use specified tightening torques.
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The steering column must only be replaced as a complete unit. Individual components cannot be disassembled or replaced.
- Insert the entire steering column into the vehicle through the passenger compartment.
- Secure combination connector and electric plug connection for the steering column.
- 2.1 Plug in electric plug connection -2-
at the steering column -arrow-
and lock it -a-
.
Installing plug connections (shown as an example)
- 2.2 For electrical steering column adjustment: Plug in combination connector -4- and lock it -b- .
- 2.3 Secure the combination connector to the mounting bracket holder using a new tie-wrap -1- .
Fastening tie-wrap
- 2.1 Plug in electric plug connection -2-
at the steering column -arrow-
and lock it -a-
.
- Guide the steering column -1-
into the mounting bracket.
Fit fastening screws -2- for the steering column -1- on the mounting bracket from below and then tighten them.
Observe the specified tightening sequence: Tighten anti-clockwise, starting with the rear right fastening screw. > Tightening torque 20 (15 ftlb.) Nm
Bottom screws
- Fit the side fastening screw -2-
for the steering column -4-
in the mounting bracket and then tighten it using > Nr.31 - multiple-tooth socket-wrench insert
. Counter at the fastening nut -3-
while doing this. > Tightening torque 20 (15 ftlb.) Nm
Fastening screw for steering column
- On vehicles with a knee airbag:
Install holder -2-
and tighten fastening screws -1-
. > Tightening torque 8 (6 ftlb.) Nm
Knee airbag holder
- Fit steering column -2-
on the steering gear -3-
.
Installing steering column
- 6.1 Slide the steering column -2- onto the steering gear AS FAR AS IT WILL GO -3- from above -arrow A- .
- 6.2 Screw in and tighten clamping screw. > Initial tightening 20 (15 ftlb.) Nm > Final tightening + 90° Always use a new clamping screw.
- Fit and tighten lock nuts used to secure the sealing bellows to the bulkhead -arrows-
. > Tightening torque 4 (3 ftlb.) Nm
For diesel engines: Fit and tighten lock nuts used to secure the sealing bellows from inside the wheel housing - arrows- . > Tightening torque 4 (3 ftlb.) Nm
Fastening nuts for sealing bellows
- Fit the heat shield -2- on the steering gear and screw in fastening screws -1- . > Tightening torque 9 (6.5 ftlb.) Nm
Heat shield for steering gear