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Steering Column: Specifications

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Torque Specifications

Description Nm lb-ft lb-in
Steering wheel retaining bolt 65 48 -
Steering column pinch bolt 35 26 -
Steering column retaining nuts 30* 22 -
Tilt solenoid retaining bolts 1 - 9
Telescopic solenoid retaining bolts 1 - 9
Telescopic housing retaining bolts 8 - 71

If you are re-using this fixing on a vehicle built prior to VIN N83337, then tighten to 25 Nm. If you are replacing a fixing, then you must tighten to 30 Nm.