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61 13 250 Removing and installing (replacing) dividing element for integral active steering

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Necessary preliminary work:

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 61 21 9AZ .

Lift holder (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

Make sure holders (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 2: Lifting Holder And Nuts

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Release screws (1) and remove dividing element (2) from holder (3).

Installation note:

Make sure dividing element (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Dividing Element, Holder And Screws

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