Steering column (page 2 of 3)
- Make
- MG
- Model
- TF Factory Workshop Manual
- Year
- 2002–2005
- Section
- Repairs
SteeringSteering column · page 2 of 3
- Disconnect ignition switch multiplugs from fusebox and main harness.
- Remove 2 nuts securing passenger compartment fusebox to body and position aside.
- Remove bolt securing universal joint to steering rack pinion.
CAUTION: The steering column upper mounting bolts must be removed before the lower mounting bolts. This is to prevent the weight of the steering column damaging the upper mounting breakout capsules.
- Remove 2 bolts securing upper steering column to fascia rail.
- Remove 4 bolts securing lower steering column to bracket.
- Lower steering column and disconnect 2 multiplugs.
- Release column assembly from steering rack pinion and remove from vehicle.
- Remove clamping bolt securing steering column to universal joint and remove joint.
- Position steering column assembly in vice.
Parts & tools for this job For 2002 MG TF
- TOOLTie rod end toolSearch: tie rod end puller
- TOOLBall joint separatorSearch: ball joint separator
- FLUIDPower steering fluidSearch: MG power steering fluid
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