Disassembly/Assembly

Fig. 4 Circlip & Sleeve:

Fig. 5 Installing Sleeve:

1. Remove steering column from vehicle as described under REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2. Disconnect upper and lower column covers.
3. Remove multi-function switch, then disconnect column ground strap.
4. Remove setscrews, then the starter switch.
5. Lift out snap ring and take off with shaft sleeve, Fig. 4.
6. Lift out and remove steering spindle bearing. Remove bearing inner sleeve.
7. Remove sheared off screws, then turn steering lock to position ``R.''
8. Press down on steering spindle and take off steering lock.
9. Remove lower steering spindle bearing as follows:
a. Remove snap ring.
b. Remove collar, spring and support ring.
c. Remove steering spindle.
d. Knock lower steering spindle bearing out of outer tube.
e. Plug steering spindle bore with a plastic cap.
10. Reverse procedure to assemble, noting the following:
a. Lubricate bearing seat with grease.
b. Recess in steering spindle collar must point to snap ring.
c. Steering lock dowel pin must fit secure into bore.
d. Tighten shear Torx screws until heads shear off.
e. Insert steering spindle inner bearing sleeve with bevelled end pointing to steering lock.
f. Mount steering lock sleeve and push on snap ring until it engages using installation tool No. 32 3 070 or equivalent, Fig. 5.