3 Series E90 320i (N46) SAL
32 31 070
Removing and installing / replacing lower
section of steering spindle
Important!
If the lower section of the steering spindle is separated from
the steering gear/steering column, the steering column switch
cluster may be damaged when the steering wheel is turned.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
•
Move steering column in "top" and "extended" position
•
Remove trim panel for pedal assembly
•
Secure upper section of steering spindle in footwell (can be
pushed into steering column)
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N51, N52, N53: Remove intake filter housing with intake hose
to intake manifold/system
•
N54: Remove intake filter housing with charge-air duct
•
E92 with N43: Remove intake filter housing
Release clamping screw.
Installation:
Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.
Replace clamping screw.
Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering column.
No kinking permitted!
Tightening torque 32 31 1AZ
.
Release clamping screw.
Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove
ignition key.
Detach lower section of steering spindle from steering gear.
Installation:
Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.
Replace clamping screw.
Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering gear.
No kinking permitted!
RA Removing and installing / replacing lower section of steering spindle
BMW AG - TIS
26.01.2013 06:00
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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