Overview - Steering Column, Version 1

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The overview shows the left side of the vehicle as an example

CAUTION:

Always replace self-locking nuts.

Always replace corroded bolts/nuts.

If bolts or screws are tightened with an additional rotation angle, always replace.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Steering Column

Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Instrument Panel Central Tube
Steering Column
- Removing and Installing. Refer to STEERING COLUMN, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
- The steering column must be engaged on the instrument panel central tube mounting bracket when installing (assembly aid).
- There are different versions. Refer to the appropriate Electronic Parts Information.
Right Bracket
- For the knee airbag
Bolt
- Note the tightening sequence
- Always replace after removing
- 20 Nm
Bolt
- Always replace after removing
- 20 Nm
Left Bracket
- For the knee airbag
Bolt
- Always replace after removing
- 20 Nm +90°
Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764-
- Removing and Installing. Refer to Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
Bolt
- Quantity: 3
- 6 Nm