lock AUDI A4 1999 B5 / 1.G Suspension Steering Gear Remove And Install Workshop Manual

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- Center steering wheel and remove ignition
key.

- Move steering wheel slightly so that steering
lock engages.

CAUTION!

If the steering wheel is turned excessively
with the steering gear removed, the spiral
spring for the airbag system may be turned
too far and damaged.
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- Unscrew nut -1- at steering column universal joint.
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Release by turning eccentric bolt (Torx T50) clockwise, and remove
bolt.

- Swing universal joint clear.
- Pull bulkhead collar inward to remove.
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Note:
Make sure threads and bolt contact surfaces are free of oil and grease.
Notes: - Position steering gear in plenum chamber.
- Install bolts -1- and -2- but do not tighten.
- Install bolt -3- and tighten to 65 Nm (48 ft lb).
- Tighten bolts -1- and -2- to 65 Nm (48 ft lb).
- Install return hose and tighten 22 mm banjo bolt.
Tightening torque: 50 Nm (37 ft lb)
- Install supply line and tighten 19 mm banjo bolt.
Tightening torque: 40 Nm (30 ft lb)
- Re-install sealing boot.
Damaged seals must be replaced.Make sure seals are properly seated.
- Release steering column lock.
- Center steering wheel, then connect universal joint to steering pinion.
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Install eccentric Torx bolt, engage
counterclockwise and tighten nut.

- Remove VAG1907 centering tool from steering gear.
1 - Socket-head bolt (screw plug)
2 - Threaded hole in steering gear
- Install socket-head bolt -1- to seal off steering gear.
Tightening torque: 13 Nm (10 ft lb)
- Tighten nut on tensioning bolt.
Tightening torque: 40 Nm (30 ft lb)
- Install driver's side storage compartment.
- Install wheel housing cover.
- After completely installing steering gear remove 3094 hose clamps.
- Install battery and enter code for radio if necessary.
- Check level of hydraulic fluid page 48
-22
.
- Bleed steering system page 48
-24
.
- Check steering system for leaks page 48
-25
.
- Check wheel alignment page 44
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