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Overview - Steering Column

NOTE:

Always replace self-locking nuts.

Always replace corroded bolts/nuts.

Always replace the bolts and nuts, which are tightened with an additional tightening angle.

Fig 1: Steering Column Exploded View
GWWA48-10787Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC
  1. Instrument Panel Central Tube
  2. Shear Bolt
  3. Steering Column
    • Removing and installing. Refer to STEERING COLUMN, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
    • The steering column must be engaged on the instrument panel central tube bracket when installing (assembly aid)
    • There are different versions.
  4. Bolt
    • 20 Nm
    • Always replace if removed
  5. Steering Lock Housing with Lock Cylinder and Ignition/Starter Switch
  6. Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764-
  7. Bolt
    • 20 Nm
    • Always replace if removed
  8. Bolt
    • 20 Nm + 90°
    • Always replace if removed
    • Clean the threaded hole (for example, using a thread tap) before installing the new bolt