Steering column lock (page 2 of 2)
- Make
- Mini
- Model
- Mini Workshop Manual
- Year
- 1996–2000
- Section
- Repairs
SteeringSteering column lock · page 2 of 2
- Remove bolt securing steering column to support bracket.
- Remove steering column assembly.
- Position steering column in vice.
- Centre punch shear bolts securing lock to column.
- Using a 5mm drill, drill out 2 shear bolts securing column to lock.
CAUTION: Take care not to damage lock body if lock is to be refitted.
- Remove steering column lock.
Refit
- Locate steering column lock in position on steering column, fit but do not tighten shear bolts.
- Insert key, confirm correct operation of steering lock and that key turns freely.
- Tighten shear bolts until heads shear off.
- Remove steering column assembly from vice.
- Release carpet from LH foot well to access grommet, remove grommet from floor.
- Using an Allen key, remove plug from steering rack.
- Using assistance, move road wheels until a 6mm diameter rod can be inserted into the centralising hole in the steering rack.
- Fit steering column assembly to steering rack pinion.
- Fit pinch bolt securing column to pinion and tighten to 15 Nm.
- Reposition carpet round steering column.
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