32 33 000 Removing and installing/replacing sport steering wheel: Notes

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IMPORTANT:

Move wheels to straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during repair work.

Do not under any circumstances turn the steering column switch cluster when the steering wheel is removed.

NOTE: Wheel/chassis alignment is not necessary after the steering wheel has been removed and installed or replaced.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove AIRBAG UNIT

Move wheels/steering wheel into straight-ahead position.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

If necessary, disconnect plug connection (2) for steering wheel heating.

Release screw (3) and remove steering wheel (4).

Installation:

Make sure connecting lead(s) is/are correctly laid.

Tightening torque 32 33 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel And Plug Connection

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Installation:

Version with steering wheel heating: Before fitting steering wheel on steering column, ensure correct cable routing.

Align steering wheel by way of marking (1) to steering column marking (2) and attach.

Fig 2: Aligning Steering Wheel Of Marking To Steering Column Marking And Attach

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