61 31 008 Removing and installing/replacing steering-column switch cluster

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WARNING: Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
Do not under any circumstances turn the steering column switch cluster when the steering wheel is removed.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove STEERING WHEEL
Remove STEERING COLUMN SHROUD LOWER SECTION
If necessary, remove LEVER FOR STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: Do not twist the coil spring cassette (1)!

NOTE: The COIL SPRING CASSETTE (1) may be replaced separately, if necessary!

Fig 1: Identifying Coil Spring Cassette

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Switch Cluster Plug Connection

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 61 31 8AZ .

Remove steering-column switch cluster in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

The steering column switch cluster is installed in reverse sequence.

Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .

Fig 3: Identifying Steering Column Switch Cluster Screws

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Replacement:

Remove VOLUTE SPRING CASSETTE
Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
- If steering angle sensor adjustment is cancelled, first code the DSC control unit
- Then adjust the steering angle sensor again
Vehicles with active steering:
- Steering angle sensor is adjusted by means of initial operation/adjustment of active front steering
- If necessary, proceed in accordance with instructions