61 31 011 Removing and installing/replacing volute spring cassette (from 09/2005)

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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.32 33 001 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING STEERING WHEEL
Remove front section of steering column trim.32 31 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN COVER
Remove lower section of steering column trim.32 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
Remove cruise control switch .
Remove windshield wiper switch .

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Release Screws (1)

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Unlock catches (1) and remove volute spring cassette (2) in direction of arrow from fixture for steering column switch (3).

Fig 2: Remove Volute Spring Cassette (2) In Direction Of Arrow

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IMPORTANT: 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).

Fig 3: Marking (3) Must Line Up With Marking (4)

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Installation: Drive pin (1) of volute spring (2) must line up correctly with opening (3) in inner ring of stalk.

Fig 4: Drive Pin (1) Of Volute Spring (2) Must Line Up Correctly With Opening (3) In Inner Ring Of Stalk

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