Installing the steering column switch cluster (SZL)
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- For replacement:
Break off the transportation retainer (1) on the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2) in arrow direction.
The fragment (3) of the transportation retainer (1) remains in the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).
- Connect the connector (1) with the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).
Check the neutral position of the coil spring
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Different variants may be installed depending on the vehicle equipment.
Different variants may be installed depending on the vehicle equipment.
Version A: Checking the visibility of the mark on the coil spring
Check
- Check the visibility of the mark (1) on the coil spring in the inspection glass (2).
Result
» The mark (1) on the coil spring is not visible.
Measure
- Turn the coil spring cassette until the mark (1) on the coil spring becomes visible in the inspection glass (2).
Variant B: Checking the visibility of the mark on the coil spring
Check
- Check the visibility of the mark (1) on the coil spring in the inspection glass (2).
Result
» The mark (1) on the coil spring is not visible.
Measure
- Turn the coil spring cassette until the mark (1) on the coil spring becomes visible in the inspection glass (2).
- 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 |
Follow-up work
- Refer to FITTING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD UPPER SECTION .
- Refer to INSTALLING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD LOWER SECTION .
- Refer to INSTALLING STEERING WHEEL .
- Refer to INSTALLING AIRBAG UNIT .
- Refer to CONNECTING BATTERY GROUND LEAD .