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Removing and installing / replacing lower
section of steering spindle

Important!

If the lower section of the steering spindle is separated from
the power steering gear/steering column, the steering column
switch cluster may be damaged when the steering wheel is
turned.

If necessary, remove steering gear cover at side

Release clamping screw.

Remove lower section of steering spindle from power steering
gear.

Installation:

Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.

Replace clamping screw.

Lower section of steering spindle can only be attached in one
position to the power steering gear.

Clamping screw must rest in steering spindle groove of steering
gear.

Tightening torque  32 31 1AZ

.

Important!

Make sure universal joint is correctly seated.

RA  Removing and installing / replacing lower section of steering spindle

BMW AG - TIS

23.01.2013  18:51

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