Removing the steering column switch cluster (SZL)
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WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components
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Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
- For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
Preliminary work
- Refer to DEACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
- Refer to ADJUSTING THE STEERING COLUMN POSITION .
- Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
- Refer to REMOVING THE AIRBAG UNIT (SPORTS STEERING WHEEL) .
- Refer to REMOVING THE STEERING WHEEL (SPORTS STEERING WHEEL) .
- Refer to REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD UPPER SECTION .
- Refer to REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD LOWER SECTION .
- Loosen screws (1).
- Remove the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).
- Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) at the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).