Removing steering column switch

• Driver's side airbag unit and steering wheel removed.

• Pull out steering column and tilt downward as far as it will go.
• Remove screws -1- (2x).

  Tightening torque: 2.8 Nm (25.2 in lb)

• Remove grip -2-.
Fig 1: Removing Grip Under Steering Column Trim
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• Remove two Phillips-head screws -arrows-. See Fig 2.

  Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5.4 in lb)

• Remove upper steering column switch trim -1-.

When installing, insert upper section into hooks on lower section, swivel downward and secure with screws.

Fig 2: Removing Upper Steering Column Switch Trim

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• Remove screws -2- (2x). See Fig 3.

  Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5 in lb)

• Remove hex socket head bolt -1-.

  Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5 in lb)

• Remove lower steering column switch trim -3-.
Fig 3: Removing Lower Steering Column Switch Trim
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• Separate connection -1-.
• Release locking lugs -arrows- and pull coil connector with slip ring off steering column switch.
  NOTE: The steering must be in the center position (wheels in straight-ahead position) when the coil connector and slip ring are removed and installed.
• Remove screw -2-. See Fig 4.

  Tightening torque: 2.8 Nm (25 in lb)

• Disconnect connectors -3- (2x). See Fig 4.
• Remove steering column switch -4-.
Fig 4: Removing Steering Column Switch
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