61 31 011 Removing and installing/replacing volute spring cassette (from 09/2005)
WARNING:
Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead
- Remove AIRBAG UNIT
- Remove STEERING WHEEL
- Remove FRONT SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
- Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
- Remove CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH
- Remove WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH
Release screws (1).
Unlock catches (1) and remove volute spring cassette (2) in direction of arrow from fixture for steering column switch (3).
IMPORTANT:
- Do not turn ring (1).
- Also turning ring (1) through 360° is not permitted!
- Secure ring (1) against unauthorized turning.
Installation:
For purposes of clarity, fixture for steering column stalk (2) is shown removed.
Marking (3) must line up with marking (4).
Installation:
Drive pin (1) of volute spring (2) must line up correctly with opening (3) in inner ring of stalk.