Removing Bottom Joint

Information 

After removing the steering column, the bottom joint is in two parts:

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Overview of steering column

1. Bottom joint (lower section)
2. Bottom joint (upper section)
3. Steering column

• The upper section -2- is fitted on the universal joint of the steering column -3-. 
• The lower section -1- is fitted on the universal joint of the power-steering gear. 

1. Remove bottom joint (upper section).

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   Loosening bottom joint from steering column

   1. 1.1  Loosen clamping screw -1-  from the bottom joint -2-  on the steering column -3-  .
   2. 1.2  Slide the bottom joint -2-  down off the steering column -2-  (-arrow-  ).
2. Remove bottom joint (lower section).
   1. 2.1  Remove front left wheel

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   2. 2.2  Unclip and remove control arm spoiler (air guide for brake cooling) at the back of the diagonal arm.

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      Control arm spoiler

   3. 2.3  Disconnect universal joint from the steering gear,

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      Universal joint for steering column

   4. 2.4  Carefully remove bottom joint (lower section) from the wheel housing.