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Necessary preliminary tasks

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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).

Installation: 

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

Fig 2: Identifying Notch, Rings And Switch
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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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