Steering Column: Installation
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure installation of screw (1), spacer tube (2), guide bush (3) and shim (4). See Fig 1.
- Install bracket (1), spacer (2), bolt (3), plastic guide, inside face slightly greased (4), washer (5), and replace self-locking nut (6). See Figure. Tighten nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Fit spacer tube and tighten shear-off bolts until heads shear off.
- Ensure clamping screw locates in retaining groove in steering spindle. See Figure. Replace self-locking nut and tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Check position of collar (1) relative to snap ring (2). See Figure.
- Carry out steering angle offset for Electronic Damper Control/Dynamic Stability Control. See BMW Diagnosis Program.
- Check for freedom of movement over entire adjustment range of steering column to adjoining components and wires.
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