After installation

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Read out fault memory and delete entries

Move steering column in "bottom" and "extended" position.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Unclip steering column trim (1) at side with special tool 00 9 323.

Fig 1: Removing Steering Column Trim Using Special Tool (00 9 323)

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Tilt steering column trim (1) towards front.

Unclip steering column gap cover (2) from steering column trim.

Installation:

Tilt steering column trim towards rear, align by way of locks to lower section (of steering column trim) and press down.

Fig 2: Tilting Steering Column Gap Trim

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