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WARNING
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Correct handling and transporting of the steering column
- Use both hands to transport steering column.
- Hold steering column upper jacket tube and in area of upper universal joint.
Improper handling of steering column
Carrying the steering column by the following parts will cause damage:
- - Locking lever
- - Balance springs
- - Deformation element
Incorrect handling of the steering column with safety risk
The bushes of the universal joint at the lower steering column bearing will be damaged by:
- Picking up and carrying the steering column by the jointed shaft with one hand.
- Bending the universal joints further than 90Вє.
Assembly overview - steering column
Note
Always replace self locking nuts following their removal.
Always renew corroded nuts and bolts.
Replace the nuts and screws that are tightened with specified
tightening angle.
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Steering column: removing and fitting
Special tools and workshop equipment required
Torque wrenches - V.A.G 1331-
Torque wrenches - V.A.G 1332-
Removing
Note
The replacement steering column is only supplied as a complet ...
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Removing
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