Steering Column Switch Module, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Place the front wheels in a straight-ahead position - steering wheel neutral position.

-- Move the steering wheel as far to the rear and down as possible. Use the full steering column adjustment range for this.

-- Remove the driver airbag. Refer to AIRBAG UNIT WITH IGNITER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to STEERING WHEEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the lower steering column trim panel. Refer to LOWER STEERING COLUMN TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Disconnect the connector -2-.

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-- Release the retaining tab -arrow-. Depending on the version, a bolt is installed instead of the retaining tab.

-- Remove the steering column switch module -1-.