32 31 211 Removing and Installing/Replacing Universal Joint With Corrugated Tubing

32 31 211 Removing And Installing/Replacing Universal Joint With Corrugated Tubing







IMPORTANT: If the lower section of the steering shaft is separated from the steering box/steering shaft middle section, the steering column switch cluster may be damaged when the steering wheel is turned.







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear underbody protection
- If necessary, remove stiffening plate







Release screw (1) on corrugated tubing.
Tightening torque 32 31 3AZ.







NOTE: Graphic N63 shows rear-wheel drive.

Release screws (1) from below.
Tightening torque 32 31 2AZ.
Slide universal joint with corrugated tubing upwards and remove.

Installation note:
Connect universal joint with corrugated tubing first to steering shaft and then to steering box.
Clean screw threads to remove all remnants of screw locking adhesive.
Replace screw.
Screw must rest in steering box groove or steering shaft middle section.
No subsequent retorquing permitted.







NOTE: Picture shows F04.

Release screws (1) from below.
Tightening torque 32 31 2AZ
Slide universal joint with corrugated tubing upwards and remove.

Installation note:
Connect universal joint with corrugated tubing first to steering shaft and then to steering box.
Clean screw threads to remove all remnants of screw locking adhesive.
Replace screw.
Screw must rest in steering box groove or steering shaft middle section.
No subsequent retorquing permitted.







After installation:
- Turn steering wheel in both directions to the limit position. The airbag indicator light must not light up in the process.
- Check directional stability of vehicle

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