268954910-Renault-Scenic.pdf

STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column: Removal - Refitting
36A
TRW steering column
Tightening torquesm
steering column nuts
steering column lock
bolt
steering column nuts
electric steering column
lock bolt
universal joint bolt (TRW
column)
universal joint bolt (NSK
column)
21 N.m
8 N.m
21 N.m
8 N.m
30 N.m
44 N.m
IDENTIFYING THE STEERING COLUMN
NSK steering column
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(B)
Silver intermediate shaft
IMPORTANT
Never handle the pyrotechnic systems (pretensioners
or airbags) near to a source of heat or naked
flame - they may be triggered.
These operations do not require a lift.
(A)
Black intermediate shaft
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IMPORTANT
To avoid any risk of triggering when working on or
near a pyrotechnic component (airbags or pretensioners),
lock the airbag computer using the diagnostic
tool.
When this function is activated, all the trigger lines
are inhibited and the airbag warning light on the instrument
panel lights up continuously (ignition on).
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
a Lock the airbag computer (see Fault finding - Replacement
of components) (88C, Airbags and pretensioners).
a Disconnect the battery (see Battery : Removal -
Refitting) (80A, Battery).
a Move the steering column to low position and pull it
out as far as possible.
36A-8