Removing the steering column switch cluster (SZL)
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WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components.
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: 72 00 SAFETY REGULATIONS ON HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Wheel alignment is not necessary after removal, installation or replacement.
Wheel alignment is not necessary after removal, installation or replacement.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The steering wheel and horn plate must be replaced if the airbag unit has been deployed.
Check all steering wheel attachments (such as switches, cover, shift paddles, wiring harness) for damage and replace if necessary!
For additional information see: 72 12... PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AS RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT .
The steering wheel and horn plate must be replaced if the airbag unit has been deployed.
Check all steering wheel attachments (such as switches, cover, shift paddles, wiring harness) for damage and replace if necessary!
For additional information see: 72 12... PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AS RESULT OF AN ACCIDENT .
Preliminary work
- Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
- Refer to REMOVING AIRBAG UNIT (M SPORT STEERING WHEEL) .
- Refer to REMOVING THE STEERING WHEEL/M SPORT 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).