Steering column switch module, removing and installing: Removing

NOTE:

• Should any steering column switches require replacement, follow applicable component "Replacement" procedure using VAS 5051/5051 in operating mode "Guided Fault Finding".
• Move steering wheel down and to rear as far as possible; make use of the full range of the steering column adjuster.

CAUTION: Special safety precautions apply to vehicles equipped with airbags. Heed all WARNINGS pertaining to airbag servicing → 69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS

• Remove airbag and steering wheel → 69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS .

Fig 1: Identifying Ground Down Torx Screwdriver T8 T40056 Shoulder

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NOTE:

• Due to manufacturing tolerances, it may not be possible to insert Special Screwdriver T8 T40056 all the way into access hole in switch module. In these cases, grind down shoulder of screwdriver in areas indicated - arrows  -.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws, Hex Socket Head Bolt, Trim Cover, And Upper Steering Column Trim

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• Use Special Screwdriver T8 T40056 to remove screws - 4  - and - 5  -.
• Remove hex socket head bolt - 6  -.
• Release trim cover - 1  - on upper steering column trim - 2  - using a small screwdriver - arrows A and B  -.

• Separate upper trim - 2  - from lower trim - 3  - and remove upper trim.
• Remove release lever for steering column adjustment - 7  - and guide out lower trim.

Fig 3: Identifying Screw And Electrical Connection

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• Remove screw - 2  -.

CAUTION: Before disconnecting electrical connections at module, discharge any static electricity by briefly grasping hold of door striker plate or similar, grounded article on vehicle.

• Disconnect electrical connections - 1  - and - 3  -.
• Disconnect electrical connection - 4  -.

Fig 4: Disengage Connector Lock To Release Connector

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• Disengage connector lock - 1  - in direction of - arrow  - in order to release connector - 2  -.
• Carefully remove steering column switch module.