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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2001A6 AVANT QUATTROREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSTEERING COLUMN, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGSTEERING COLUMN, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGINSTALLINGNOTES
2001 Audi A6 Avant Quattro
Steering column, removing and installing: Installing: Notes
2001 Audi A6 Avant QuattroSECTION Notes
- Attach steering column to crossmember using 4 socket head bolts -1-.
- Disengage steering column adjustment.
- Attach universal joint to pinion gear of steering gear.
- Insert locking screw (Torx T50) through lower part and pretension by counter clockwise.
- Insert hex nut and tighten to 30 Nm.
For vehicles with automatic transmission, engage locking cable:
- Switch ignition key to position -B- "Ignition ON" to engage locking cable.
- Place selector lever in park position.
- Insert locking cable -2- in ignition lock housing. Make sure locking bracket -1- engages.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.