torque AUDI A4 1998 B5 / 1.G Suspension Steering Column Remove And Install Workshop Manual

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Removing steering column switch

- Release steering column adjuster.

- Pull steering column out fully (to end of
adjustment range).

- Remove screws -1- (2x).
Tightening torque: 3 Nm (27 in. lb)
- Remove handle -2-.

- Remove two screws (arrows).
Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5 in. lb)
- Remove upper section of steering column switch trim -1-.
When installing, insert upper section into hooks of lower section, swivel
downward and install screws
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- Remove screws -2- (2x).
Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5 in. lb)
- Remove socket-head bolt -1-.
Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5 in. lb)
- Remove lower steering column switch trim -3-.

- Disconnect harness connector -1-.
- Remove screw -2-.
Tightening torque: 3 Nm (27 in. lb)
- Disconnect harness connectors -3-.
- Remove steering column switch -4-.
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Installing

- Attach steering column to cross member by installing four socket-head
bolts -1-.
- Release steering column adjuster.
- Install universal joint onto steering gear pinion.

-
Install eccentric bolt (Torx T50) through lower part and tighten
(engage) counterclockwise. - Install nut and tighten.
Tightening torque: 30 Nm (22 ft lb)
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Installing, continued for all vehicles

- Install steering column switches with trim.

- Align steering column so that gaps in trim are
even.

- Tighten socket-head bolts -1- on steering column.
Tightening torque: 22.5 Nm (17 ft lb)
- Install driver's side storage compartment.
- Install steering wheel page 48
-67
(for sports steering wheel page
48
-70
).
- Install driver-side airbag unit page 48
-64
(for sport steering wheel
page 48
-68
).
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