32 31 219 Removing and installing/replacing double joint with flexible disk
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- If necessary, remove steering gear cover at side
Release clamping screw, turn power steering if necessary.
Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ignition key.
Detach double joint with flexible disk from power steering gear.
Installation:
If necessary, move power steering gear to straight-ahead position - markings on cap and housing must match up.
Replace clamping screw.
Tightening torque: 32 31 1AZ, see 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .
Release clamping screw.
Detach double joint with flexible disk from lower steering spindle (1).
Installation:
Clamping screw must rest in groove of lower steering spindle (1).
Replace clamping screw.
Tightening torque: 32 31 13AZ, see 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .
After installation:
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment, see 61 31 996 Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment .