67 64 010 Removing And Installing/Replacing Drive Unit For Electric Steering Column Adjustment
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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Move steering column into "lower" and "extended" position.
- Disconnect battery negative lead. Refer to 12 00 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .
- Remove panel for active knee protection, left. Refer to 51 45 175 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR KNEE PROTECTOR ON LEFT and 51 45 177 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR ACTIVE KNEE PROTECTOR ON LEFT .
NOTE:
For purposes of clarity, graphic shows steering column removed.
Unlock plug housings (1) and remove from holder (2) in direction of arrow.
Disconnect plug connections (3).
IMPORTANT:
Do not bend or twist drive shafts when removing!
Release screws (3) and feed out drive (1) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Replace screws (3).
Tightening torque, refer to 32 31 12AZ in STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Installation:
Drive shafts must be inserted exactly in guides (2).
Check plastic bearings (1), replace if necessary.