Installing the steering column switch cluster (SZL)

For replacement: Break off the transportation retainer (1) on the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2) in arrow direction.
The broken off piece (3) of the transportation retainer (1) remains in the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).

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Connect the connector (1) with the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).

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Check
Version A:
Check if the correct mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).

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Result

» No or an incorrect mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).

Measure
Turn the coil spring cassette until the correct mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).
Check
Version A:
Check that the correct marking (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).

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Result

» The correct mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).

Measure
Continue with the next step.
Check
Version B:
Check if the correct mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).

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Result

» No or an incorrect mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).

Measure
Turn the coil spring cassette until the correct mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).
Check
Version B:
Check if the correct mark (1) can be seen in the viewing window (2).

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Result

» The correct mark (1) is visible in the inspection glass (2).

Measure
Continue with the next step.
Position the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Steering column switch cluster (SZL) to steering column
Screw TS5x20	Tightening torque	3 Nm

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