61 31 011 Removing and installing/replacing volute spring cassette

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WARNING: Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FIXTURE FOR STEERING COLUMN STALK

Unlock catches (1).

Press lock (2) and remove volute spring cassette (4) in direction of arrow from fixture for steering column stalk (3).

Fig 1: Removing Volute Spring Cassette From Fixture For Steering Column Stalk

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IMPORTANT:

Do not turn ring (1).
Also turning ring (1) through 360° is not permitted!
Secure ring (1) against unauthorized turning (e.g. with adhesive tape).

Fig 2: Identifying Notch, Ring And Switch

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Installation:

Notch (3) on ring (1) must line up with arrow (4) on switch (2).

IMPORTANT: Fit volute spring cassette (1) so that guide (2) can slide exactly into associated notch on switch (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Volute Spring Cassette, Guide And Switch

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