32 13 071 Replace Electrical Steering Box (EPS)

32 13 071 Replace Electrical Steering Box (EPS)







IMPORTANT:
Steering box:
Check connection of steering box for corrosion, clean contacts if necessary The steering box must be replaced if the corrosion is too far advanced.

Connecting line:
In the event of moisture/corrosion inside the two plug connections, check the insulation of the connecting line. If the insulation reveals any noticeable/striking features, partial replacement will be necessary. Otherwise it will be sufficient to replace the contacts or connector housing.







NOTE: In a warranty case you must always provide a fault memory printout, even where there is no fault entry, with the defective part.







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery earth lead

NOTE: High-current-carrying wiring laid with permanent positive connection (80 A fuse).

- Remove underbody protection
- Remove cover for steering assemblies on left and right
- Remove stiffening plate (F12)
- Remove track rod end on both sides from swivel bearing
- Remove lower section of steering shaft from steering box
- Version with Dynamic Drive:
- Remove anti-roll bar link on right of anti-roll bar

- Remove underbody protection
- Remove cover for steering assemblies on left and right
- Remove stiffening plate (F12/F13)
- Remove track rod end on both sides from swivel bearing
- Remove lower section of steering shaft from steering box
- Version with Dynamic Drive:
- Remove anti-roll bar link on right of anti-roll bar







Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.







Release screws (1).
Lay holder (2) with wiring to one side.







Release screws (1) and tie anti-roll bar (2) to front axle support.
Tightening torque 31 35 1AZ.







Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 32 00 1AZ

Installation note:
Replace screws.







IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage.
Plug connection (1) on steering box must not be damaged when removing.

Remove steering box with wiring harness downward.







Installation note:
Modify track rod end on left and right.







After installation:
- Carry out programming/encoding
- Teach in end stop software
- Perform chassis / wheel alignment check