61 31 008 Removing and installing (replacing) steering column switch cluster

IMPORTANT: Shift 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.

Preliminary work needed:

Refer to REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD LOWER SECTION .
Refer to REMOVING STEERING WHEEL .

Unscrew the screws (1).

Tightening torque 61 31 3AZ .

Remove steering column switch cluster (2) in arrow direction.

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove steering column switch cluster (2).

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Installation note:

Check zero position of coil spring on steering column switch cluster.

Zero position is correct only when yellow mark (1) is clearly visible!

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