Steering Column, Removing And Installing: Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

Replace the bolts after removing them.
Clean the threaded hole for the bolt on the universal joint with for example a thread tap.

-- Check the steering column for damage. Refer to STEERING COLUMN, CHECKING FOR DAMAGE .

-- If necessary, convert the Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764-. Refer to Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Engage the steering column -2- in the instrument panel crossmember assembly aid -1- at the top and bottom (depending on the version).

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-- Align the steering column to the instrument panel crossmember and position it.

-- Tighten the upper steering column bolts -arrows-.

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-- Tighten the lower steering column bolts -arrows-.

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CAUTION:

There is a risk of accident if the universal joint is installed in the incorrect position.

There is a possible safety risk if there is an absence of traction when steering.

- Note the following the instructions for installation.

-- Mount the flat side on the universal joint -1- onto the flat area of the steering gear -2-.

The opening on the steering gear must exactly align with the round hole for the bolt -arrows-.

Clean the threaded hole (for example, using a thread tap) before installing the new bolt -1- (example illustration).

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-- Check if the universal joint is seated correctly by pulling. Tighten the bolt.

-- Install the footrest. Refer to FOOTREST, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Install the steering column switch module. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH MODULE, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

After the installation of the steering column perform the basic setting for the Steering Angle Sensor -G85-. Refer to Steering Angle Sensor -G85- BASIC SETTING .