Steering wheel - removal and refitting
Removal
1 Set the front wheels in the straight-ahead
position.
2 Prise the trim insert from the centre of the steering wheel, and where applicable, disconnect the horn electrical lead(s) (see illustration).
22.2 Prise off the steering wheel trim insert and disconnect the horn
electrical lead
3 Insert the ignition key and check that the steering lock is disengaged.
4 Unscrew the retaining nut and withdraw the steering wheel from the hexagon shaped inner column (see illustration). If the wheel is tight on the inner column, sit in the driver’s seat and tap the wheel from behind with the palms of the hands (but screw the nut back on two or three turns for safety).
22.4 Removing the steering wheel retaining nut
Refitting
5 Refitting is a reversal of removal, but check
that the lug on the direction indicator cam is
aligned with the cut-out in the steering wheel,
and make sure that the direction indicator
switch is in the neutral position. Tighten the
retaining nut to the specified torque.
See also:
Heater unit - overhaul
1 With the heater unit removed from the
vehicle, remove the two securing screws and
withdraw the heater matrix from the casing
(see illustrations).
19.1a Remove the securing screws . . .
19.1 ...
Pistons and connecting rods - examination and renovation
1 Examine the pistons for ovality, scoring,
and scratches. Check the connecting rods for
wear and damage. The connecting rods carry
a letter indicating their weight class; all the
rods fitted must ...
Engine/transmission - reconnection and installation
1 This is a direct reversal of removal and
separation from the transmission. Take care
not to damage the radiator or front wings
during installation.
Reconnection
2 Make sure that the engine adap ...