Installing the steering gear

• Install the steering gear (2).

  Insert the screws (1) by hand force but do not tighten.

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• Install the anti-roll bar (3).
• Insert the screws (1) and (2) by hand force but do not tighten.

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  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  When assembling, it is essential to observe screwing sequences and tightening torques.
  Non-compliance with the regulations can lead to damage.
• Tighten the bolts of the steering gear in bolt sequence (1-4).

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  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Steering gear to front axle support (all-wheel drive vehicles)
  M12 Replace screws.	Joining torque	60 Nm
  	Angle of rotation	90°

• Tighten the bolts (1) from the anti-roll bar to the front axle support.
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Holder, stabilizer mounting to front axle support
  M12 Replace screw.	Joining torque	100 Nm
  	Angle of rotation	45°

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• Clip in wiring harness mounting (3).

Clip in cable duct (2) on front axle support.

Connect the connector (1).

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Follow-up work 

• Install the UNIVERSAL JOINT .
• Install both TIE ROD ENDS
• If installed: fasten the ACTIVE STABILIZER (additional work for ARS).
• Install the THRUST FIELD .
• Install the UNDERBODY PROTECTION of the steering gear or the front thrust field.
• Install the front UNDERBODY PROTECTION/FRONT THRUST FIELD .
• Install the front left and right WHEELS .
• Reconnect all battery GROUND LEADS .
• Activate the 48 v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
• Perform CHASSIS ALIGNMENT CHECK .
• Replacement: COMMISSION (INITIALIZATION) of the electromechanical steering
• CHECK the airbag for function.