61 31 005 Removing and installing/replacing fixture for steering column stalk

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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 steering wheel.
Remove lower section of steering column trim
Remove top section of steering column casing. See STEERING COLUMNS .

If necessary, disconnect plug connection (1) at mount for steering column stalk.

If necessary, disconnect plug connection (2) at stalk for steering column adjustment.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection At Stalk For Steering Column Adjustment

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Disconnect plug connection (1) on wiper switch.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection On Wiper Switch

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Disconnect plug connection (2) on turn indicator/dipping switch (1).

Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug Connection On Turn Indicator/Dipping Switch

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Release screws (1).

Remove fixture for steering column stalk (2).

Fig 4: Removing Fixture For Steering Column Stalk

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Unlock retainers (1) and pull out switch for windshield wipers (2) towards top.

Fig 5: Unlocking Retainers And Pulling Out Switch For Windshield Wipers Towards Top

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If necessary, remove switch for steering column adjustment. Raise lock (1) in direction of arrow and slide stalk for steering column adjustment (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 6: Identifying Direction For Sliding Stalk For Steering Column Adjustment

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Unlock retainers (1) and pull out turn indicator/dipping switch (2) towards top.

Fig 7: Removing Turn Indicator/Dipping Switch Towards Top

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