Remove steering column

WARNING: Pyrotechnic components.
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 .

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to steering column switch cluster (SZL).
The steering column switch cluster (SZL) or the coil spring cassette can be damaged by twisting the steering wheel if the lower steering shaft (or the universal joint) is separated from the steering gear or the steering column.

After separating the lower steering shaft (or the universal joint) from the steering gear or from the steering column, secure the steering wheel against twisting.

Preliminary work

Refer to ADJUSTING THE STEERING COLUMN POSITION .
Refer to DEACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
Refer to DEACTIVATING ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE STEERING ASSEMBLY .
Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING LOWERING PART OF STEERING SHAFT .
Refer to REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD UPPER SECTION .
Refer to REMOVING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD LOWER SECTION .
Refer to REMOVING AIRBAG UNIT .
Refer to REMOVING THE SPORTS STEERING WHEEL .
Refer to REMOVING THE STEERING COLUMN SWITCH CLUSTER (SZL) .
Refer to REMOVING THE TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .

Loosen the nuts (1) on the steering column (2) of the footwell.

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Secure component against falling.

Loosen the nuts (1) on the steering column (2) of the footwell.

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Pull out the steering column (1) in arrow direction a little.
Release the wiring harness with the holders (2) from the steering column (1).
Feed out and remove the high steering column (1).

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