Skoda Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Installing the steering column - LHD version   Note t  The installation of the steering column is described for an adjustable steering column. When installing a rigid steering column one does not need to remove the securing mechanism of the top and bottom part of the steering column. t  When installing the old steering column again do not replace the bushing. t  Only replace the bushing if damaged. t  If a spare part steering column is fitted, a new bushing and a new screw must first be fitted in the steering column fork before installing the steering column.

–  Insert the new bushing -1- in the steering column fork -3-. –  Insert and tighten new new screw -2-. –  Installing the lock cylinder and ignition starter switch in the ignition lock housing → Electrical System; Rep. gr.94.

–  Insert the steering column with bushing -1- in the bracket -2-. –  Screw in screw -4- from the right and initially tighten to 5 Nm (do not fully tighten the screw yet). 3 -  Frequency link

–  Swivel the steering column -1- on the bracket -3- and align and match the fixing holes of the steering column and bracket.   Note Carefully screw the screws in the bracket without tilting. –  Insert and tighten screws -2-. 4 -  Central pipe

–  Tighten the screw -4- to the specified tightening torque. 1 -  Steering column 2 -  Bearing bracket 3 -  Frequency link

–  Remove transport security -3- or wire security. 1 -  Bottom part of the steering column 2 -  Top part of the steering column Further installation occurs in reverse order. –  Performing automatic test sequence → Chapter. If faults are stored in the fault memory: –  Remove fault → Chapter. –  Erasing fault memory → Chapter.

Tightening torques:

Bushing on the steering column fork	7 Nm
Bushing on bracket	20 Nm
Steering column on bracket	23 Nm
Universal joint on input shaft t  Use new screw!	20 Nm + 90°