26/07/2023 16:57:25
Steering Column (Remove and Replace)
Correction Code 32051902
Removal
- Remove the steering column control module (refer to procedure).
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Remove the screws (x2) that secure the driver's knee bolster (torque 2.3 Nm). Remove the
bolster from the vehicle.
- Remove the LH center console closeout extension (refer to procedure).
- Remove the LH footwell assembly cover (refer to procedure).
- Remove the driver's knee air bag (refer to procedure).
- Mark the upper intermediate shaft position relative to the column.
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Remove the bolt that secures the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column
(torque 30 Nm).
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Remove the fasteners that secure the steering column to the mounting bracket
(upper nuts 30 Nm, lower bolts 17 Nm).
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Disconnect the steering column motor harness connectors (x2).
CAUTIONTake care not to damage component(s).
- Release the steering column from the upper intermediate shaft and remove the steering column from the vehicle.
Installation
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
CAUTION
Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.
CAUTION
Replace all patchbolt(s).
Note
Clean the affected areas before installation.
- Ensure that the upper intermediate shaft to column marking aligns correctly.
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Use Toolbox 3 to reflash the
steering module:
- Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
- Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock.
- If the vehicle is equipped with a Bosch steering rack: In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Calibrate-Steering-Column" into the search field, click PROC_EPAS_X_CALIBRATIONSearch for routine in ToolboxBosch EPAS Calibration, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
- In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Clear-Angle-Offsets" into the search field, click PROC_EPAS_ESP_CLEAR-ANGLE-OFFSETSSearch for routine in ToolboxEPAS ESP Clear Angle OffsetsChassis / Alignment & Tires - Clear Applied Offset, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
- For Model X vehicles, in Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Calibrate-Steering-Column" into the search field, click PROC_BCCEN_X_CALIBRATE-STEERING-COLUMNSearch for routine in ToolboxCalibrate Steering Column, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.