32 31 090 Removing and installing/replacing steering column

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN SHROUD
Remove the left instrument panel trim at the bottom
Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN SHROUD
Remove REV COUNTER

IMPORTANT:

If the steering shaft is separated from the steering gear, this can result in damage to the steering column switch cluster when the steering wheel is twisted!

After releasing screw (2), steering shaft must be retained with steering lock!

Nut (1) must be counter supported with open-end spanner AF 11 during disassembly and installation. Cage nut (1) can break off if this is not observed!

Steering column must be replaced when cage nut (1) is damaged!

Fig 1: Identifying Cage Nut And Screw

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Release screw (1) with reversible ratchet and extension, and simultaneously counter support with open-end spanner AF 11!

Pull off lower section of steering shaft from steering gear and swing towards rear.

Installation note:

Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.

Replace screw.

Tightening torque 32 31 2AZ

Disconnect plug connections (1) on steering column switch cluster.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2) and remove complete steering column towards rear.

Installation:

Replace screws.

Tightening torque 32 31 3AZ

Fig 3: Identifying Screws And Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Remount STEERING-COLUMN SWITCH CLUSTER

After installation:

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).