32 33 010 Removing and installing/replacing sport steering wheel

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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.

Unlock plug connections (1) and (2) and disconnect.

Release screw (3) and remove steering wheel.

Installation:

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

Tightening torque 32 33 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections And Screws On Steering Wheel

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Installation:

Align steering wheel using markings (arrows) to steering column and attach.

Fig 2: Locating Steering Wheel Aligning Marking

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Replacement

If necessary, modify SHIFT PADDLES
If necessary, modify MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEEL SWITCH