61 35 900 Removing and installing/replacing ring antenna of electronic immobiliser

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Unscrew screw.

Fig 1: Remove Lower Steering Column Trim Screw

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Press upper section of steering column trim inwards on both sides in areas shown, detach lower section from below and allow it to hang down.

Fig 2: Removing Lower Steering Column Trim

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Installation:

Locking unit (1) must locate in the hook (2).

Fig 3: Installing Lower Steering Column Trim

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Release screw and raise upper panel.

Fig 4: Removing Upper Steering Column Trim

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Remove transceiver module and disconnect plug.

Fig 5: Removing Transceiver Module And Disconnecting Plug

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Slide in special tool 61 3 300 with flattened end (A) facing ring antenna and lever out ring antenna.

Fig 6: Removing Electronic Immobiliser Ring Antenna

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