How is the Stop Button secured to the steering column?
The drive clip must then be push away from the steering column until it rests against the raised section of the stop button. This will expose the screw holes for the clamping bolts which secure the drive clip. Once clamped, this will obviously also lock the stop button in position.
How does a locking nut work on a steering column?
A locking nut in the shape of a large black cup (not shown) is attached to the split collet by a circlip. When the cup is rotated clockwise it screws further onto the thread at the end of the outer shaft, compressing the collet and locking the inner and outer shaft together.
What’s the best way to remove shear head bolts?
There are two common ways that locksmiths remove the shear head bolts or fracture bolts used on automotive steering columns. One is by using a pointed punch and hammer to strike the outer diameter in a counterclockwise direction to loosen them while the other is to grind a slot into the top to act as a screwdriver flat slot to unscrew them.
Can You disassemble an EPS steering column?
Important: The EPS steering column must not be disassembled. This is only available as a complete unit from the Aftersales department. 1. Disconnect ground lead from battery. Wait 1 minute until the capacitor has discharged. 2. 3. Set steering to straight-ahead position and lock with steering lock.
How do you replace a fork steering lock?
The part at 12 O’clock is the assembly that holds the tumblers. The idea is to drill a hole into the lock and cut the head of the screw off from underneath. It sounds hard, but is actually quite easy. Use a sharp center punch to make a dent in the lock at midway between 2 and 3 O’clock. I use a center punch to mark the place for the hole.
How to adjust tilt lock force on TRW Steering columns?
1. Remove the shrouds from the steering column by removing four T30 Torx screws on the upper driver side and two T30 Torx screws on the upper dash side. 2. Remove the turn signal wiring harness bracket by removing the T30 Torx screw that holds it to the alumi- num column housing. 3.
There are two common ways that locksmiths remove the shear head bolts or fracture bolts used on automotive steering columns. One is by using a pointed punch and hammer to strike the outer diameter in a counterclockwise direction to loosen them while the other is to grind a slot into the top to act as a screwdriver flat slot to unscrew them.
How do you remove steering column shrouds?
Remove the shrouds from the steering column by removing four T30 Torx screws on the upper driver side and two T30 Torx screws on the upper dash side. 2. Remove the turn signal wiring harness bracket by removing the T30 Torx screw that holds it to the alumi- num column housing. 3.