61 31 011 Removing and installing/replacing volute spring cassette

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WARNING: Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove STEERING-COLUMN SWITCH CLUSTER

Unlock catches (1).

Press lock (2) and remove volute spring cassette (4) in direction of arrow from fixture for steering column stalk (3).

Fig 1: Removing Volute Spring Cassette

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IMPORTANT:

Do not turn ring (1).
Also turning ring (1) through 360° is not permitted!
Secure ring (1) against unauthorized turning (e.g. with adhesive tape).

Fig 2: Identifying Volute Spring Cassette Ring, Switch, Notch And Arrow

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Installation:

Notch (3) on ring (1) must line up with arrow (4) on switch (2).

IMPORTANT: Fit volute spring cassette (1) so that guide (2) can slide exactly into associated notch on switch (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Volute Spring Cassette, Guide And Switch

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