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61 31 005 Removing And Installing/Replacing Fixture For Steering Column Stalk

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WARNING: Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
With steering wheel removed, do not under any circumstances turn/twist fixture for steering column stalk!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) on turn indicator/headlight dipping stalk and on windscreen wiper stalk.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connections On Turn Indicator/Headlight Dipping Stalk
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Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) on fixture for steering column stalk.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connections On Steering Column Adjustment Stalk
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If necessary, unlock and disconnect plug connection (2) on steering column adjustment stalk.

Release screws (1).

Fig 3: Removing Fixture For Steering Column Stalk
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Remove fixture for steering column stalk (2).

WARNING: When removed, the cover (1) of the fixture for the steering column stalk (2) is secured against turning/twisting by the lock (3).
Do not under any circumstances twist the cover (1) out of its centered position against the fixture for the steering column stalk (2).
Fig 4: Identifying Cover
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Unlock clips and pull out stalk for windscreen wipers (1).

Fig 5: Pulling Out Stalk For Windscreen Wipers
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NOTE: If necessary, remove steering column adjustment stalk (2).
Raise lock in direction of arrow and pull out stalk for steering column adjustment (2) in direction of arrow.

Unlock clips and pull out turn indicator/dimmer stalk (3) towards top.