Internal cross member — removal and installation (Defender 2007+)

Removing

1. Disconnect the wire "masses" from the battery.

For more information, see the chapter: Disconnecting and connecting the battery (414-01 Battery, Battery Mount and Wires, General Procedures).

2. Remove the control panel.

For more information, please refer to the chapter: Control Panel (501-12 Instrument panel and console, Removal and installation).

3.

NOTE: Clips should be discarded.

Remove the audio unit support bracket. Remove and discard 5 clamps.



4. Release an arm of a steering column. Turn out a bolt.



5. Change the position of the steering column bracket.

• 1. Unscrew but do not remove the bolt.
• 2. Change the position of the bracket.

6. Remove a cross beam of a body. Loosen and discard 6 nuts.

Installation

1. Replace the elements in reverse order.

• 1. Tighten (tightening torque 23 Nm).

2. Tighten (tightening torque 22 Nm).



3. Connect the wire "masses" to the battery.

For more information, see the chapter: Connecting the Battery (414-01 Battery, Battery Mount and Wires, General Procedures).