Replacing Double Joint For Steering Spindle Lower Section (4WD)

Replacing Double Joint For Steering Spindle Lower Section


Caution!
There will no longer be an end stop once the steering spindle has been separated from the steering gear. The steering wheel can be turned without restriction.
In order to avoid damaging contact ring in steering column:
Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ignition key.

Remove underbody protection at center. M54:
Remove suction-filter housing. M57:
Remove acoustic insulation from engine carrier on left.





Remove lower clamping screw of clamping element from steering gear.
Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ignition key.
Detach clamping piece from steering spindle.

Installation:
Move steering gear to straight-ahead position-markings on cap and on housing must line up.
Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering shaft.
Universal joint/coupling to steering gear/steering spindle 24 Nm
Note: Replace Clamping Screw





Remove clamping screw from universal joint of steering spindle lower section.
Remove double joint with steering spindle lower section.

Installation:
It is only possible to join the steering spindle lower and upper sections in one position.
Replace clamping screw.
Universal joint/coupling to steering gear/steering spindle 24 Nm
Note: Replace Clamping Screw





Remove clamping screw.
Detach double joint.

Installation:
Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering spindle lower section (1).
Tightening torque, refer to specification.