Removing and installing transponder coil - AR80.30-P-4515CA

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MODEL 129, 140 as of 1.6.96

Fig 1: Identifying Transponder Coil, Long Wedge And Cover Sleeve For Steering Lock

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	Removal, installation
1	Remove instrument cluster
2	Disconnect 2-pin connector for transponder coil from IR DAS control module (N54/1) or radio frequency DAS control module (N54/3)
3	Press transponder coil (L11) off of steering lock cover sleeve (6) with long wedge (5)	Insert long wedge (5) directly between steering lock cover sleeve (6) and transponder coil (L11)
4	Reinstall in opposite order