Replacing Steering Spindle Lower Section

Replacing 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.
Engage steering lock -> remove ignition key.





Unscrew and remove splash guard.
Remove clamping screw and force disk joint off steering gear.

Installation:
Move steering gear to straight-ahead position (markings on cap (1) and housing (2) must match up).
Universal joint/coupling to steering gear/steering spindle 24 Nm
Note: Replace Clamping Screw





Pull down steering spindle lower section.
Remove clamping screw from universal joint of steering spindle lower section. Remove steering spindle lower section.

Installation:
It is only possible to join the steering spindle upper section in the lower section in one location.
Universal joint/coupling to steering gear/steering spindle 24 Nm
Note: Replace Clamping Screw