61 31 006 Removing and installing/replacing fixture for steering column stalk (from 09/2005): Notes
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WARNING:
Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
Read and comply with NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .
Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBERS .
Read and comply with NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .
Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBERS .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove STEERING WHEEL .
- Remove FRONT SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
- Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
- Remove TOP SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN CASING
- If necessary, remove deformation element for steering column trim.
Disconnect plug connections from rear on fixture for steering column stalk (2).
Release screws (1).
Remove fixture for steering column switch (2) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .
On vehicles with active front steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of INITIAL OPERATION / adjustment of active front steering.
Replacement:
- Remove TRAVEL DIRECTION DIMMER SWITCH
- Remove WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH
- If necessary, remove CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH
- Remove VOLUTE SPRING CASSETTE
- Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/CODING
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT
On vehicles with active front steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of INITIAL OPERATION / adjustment of active front steering