Removing and installing steering lock with ignition/starter switch (without lock cylinder) — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A4 Cabriolet B6/B7 (8H), Audi A4 B6/B7 (8E)

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• Steering column must be clamped in a vice when chiseling out shear bolts.The steering column mounting bracket will be damaged if work is performed with the steering column in the vehicle.

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove steering column .
2. Chisel off shear bolt [Note: Steering column must be clamped in a vice when chiseling out shear bolts.The steering column mounting bracket will be damaged if work is performed with the steering column in the vehicle.]
3. Remove lock cylinder 94.
4. Take off steering lock with ignition/starter switch (without lock cylinder).
5. Position steering lock with ignition/starter switch (without lock cylinder) on steering column and screw in shear bolts.
6. Install lock cylinder 94.
7. Tighten shear bolt to 20 Nm. — 20 Nm (15 lb-ft)
8. Install steering column .

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