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

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove lower section of steering column trim

Move steering column into "lower" and "extended" position.

Release bolt.

Disconnect plug connection for hands-free microphone.

Detach steering column trim in upward direction and tilt towards front.

Installation:

Replace expander rivet.

Fig 1: Locating Steering Column Expander Rivet

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Installation:

Hooks (1) must engage in guides (2) of steering column.

Fig 2: Identifying Hooks, Guides And Steering Column

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Tilt steering column trim forwards.

Unclip gap cover from steering column trim.

Fig 3: Locating Steering Column Trim

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Replacement:

Remove hands-free microphone from steering column trim.