26/07/2023 16:57:25

Steering Column (Remove and Replace)

Correction Code 32051902

Removal

  1. Remove the steering column control module (refer to procedure).
  2. Remove the screws (x2) that secure the driver's knee bolster (torque 2.3 Nm). Remove the bolster from the vehicle.
  3. Remove the LH center console closeout extension (refer to procedure).
  4. Remove the LH footwell assembly cover (refer to procedure).
  5. Remove the driver's knee air bag (refer to procedure).
  6. Mark the upper intermediate shaft position relative to the column.
  7. Remove the bolt that secures the upper intermediate shaft to the steering column (torque 30 Nm).
  8. Remove the fasteners that secure the steering column to the mounting bracket (upper nuts 30 Nm, lower bolts 17 Nm).
  9. Disconnect the steering column motor harness connectors (x2).
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    CAUTION
    Take care not to damage component(s).
  10. 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:
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CAUTION
Replace all nylon-insert locknuts.
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CAUTION
Replace all patchbolt(s).
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Note
Clean the affected areas before installation.
  1. Ensure that the upper intermediate shaft to column marking aligns correctly.
  2. Use Toolbox 3 to reflash the steering module:
    1. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle.
    2. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock.
    3. 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_CALIBRATIONvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
    4. In Toolbox 3, click the Actions tab, type "Clear-Angle-Offsets" into the search field, click PROC_EPAS_ESP_CLEAR-ANGLE-OFFSETSvia Toolbox: (link)via Service Mode: Chassis ➜ Alignment & Tires ➜ Clear Applied Offset, click Run, and allow the routine to complete.
    5. 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-COLUMNvia Toolbox: (link), click Run, and allow the routine to complete.