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To fit

Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 1-2
G03531994Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Fit a new tolerance ring (plastic) in the bearing. Position the loose spring washer inside the bearing.

    Put the new bearing housing in place while pulling the shaft through the bearing.

    IMPORTANT: Make sure the loose spring washer inside the bearing is fitted correctly.
  2. Fit a new lock ring. There is no groove for the lock ring.
  3. Plug in the connectors.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 3-4
    G03531995Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Screw on the two screws securing the contact roller. Adjust the contact roller center position as follows:

    Tightening torque: 3 N.m (2.2 lbf ft) 

    1. 4.a. Make sure the wheels are pointing straight ahead.
    2. 4.b. Rotate the contact roller clockwise  until a steady resistance is felt.
    3. 4.c. Rotate the contact roller 2 turns in the opposite direction plus whatever is necessary for the electrical leads to stand straight up ("12 o'clock").
      NOTE: If a new contact roller is being fitted, the center position does not have to be adjusted. The roller is supplied in its center position and is secured with a transport lock.
      Remove the transport lock before fitting the steering wheel.
      WARNING: Make sure the cables are not pinched when the bottom cover is fitted.
  5. Fit the top and bottom steering column covers.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Step 5
    G03531996Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  6. Fit the steering wheel and tighten the center nut.
    Fig 4: Illustration For Step 6
    G03531997Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

    Tightening torque: 38 N.m (28 lbf ft)  .

    Plug in the connectors and fit the airbag module in the steering wheel with two screws and plugs.