Steering-Column Memory
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The position of the steering column in each direction of adjustment is recorded by a Hall sensor. This position is stored in the center console switch cluster (SZM). This allows the Key Memory to call up the position of the steering column for up to 4 vehicle keys.
The tilt adjustment moves to the uppermost position to make it easier to get in and out of the vehicle.
For the easy-access facility, the steering column adjustment is automatically actuated under the following conditions:
- Terminal R OFF
- Terminal R ON and driver's door opened (via door contact)
- Terminal 15 OFF with driver's door open (via door contact)
The steering-column memory is activated under the following conditions:
- One of the two memory buttons for the seat, mirror memory and the steering-column memory on the seat is pressed (from terminal R OFF).
- Another remote control is used (personalization). Condition: The selection "Last seat position after unlocking" is activated in the "Settings" menu in the Central Information Display (CID) (from 09/2003).
In both cases, the steering column memory will not move the steering column to the stored position until terminal 15 is switched ON.