32 31 003 Removing and installing/replacing upper section of steering column trim

00 9 323

IMPORTANT: Disconnecting the plug connection for the hands-free microphone or emergency SOS call button results in fault memory entries in the telephone control unit (limitation in the emergency SOS call system).

After installation:

Read out fault memory and delete entries

Move steering column in "bottom" and "extended" position.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage

Unclip steering column trim (1) at side with special tool 00 9 323.

Fig 1: Special Tool (00 9 323) And Steering Column Trim

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Tilt steering column trim (1) towards front.

Unclip steering column gap cover (2) from steering column trim.

Installation:

Tilt steering column trim towards rear, align by way of locks to lower section (of steering column trim) and press down.

Fig 2: Steering Column Trim, Locks And Steering Column Gap Cover

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Replacement:

E93: Remove hands-free microphone from steering column trim.