32 31 090 Removing and installing/replacing steering column

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove STEERING WHEEL
Remove steering column trims . See 3231020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM or 3231003 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING UPPER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
Remove PANEL for pedal assembly
Release STEERING SPINDLE from steering column (in engine compartment)
Disconnect plug connection on electric steering column lock
Remove wiring harnesses from steering column

Secure steering column against falling out.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 32 31 3AZ .

Remove steering column towards rear.

Installation:

Check steering column sleeve.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Screws

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Replacement

Modify STEERING-COLUMN SWITCH CLUSTER

After installation

Replacement: Lock and unlock electric steering column lock and clear fault memory in Car Access System (CAS)
Replacement: Turn steering wheel in both directions to full lock. The airbag warning lamp must not light up in the process.
Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT