51 45 075 Removing and installing support for dashboard

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1) and lower steering column.

Tightening torque 32 31 3AZ .

Release screw (2).

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 51 45 3AZ .

Unclip wiring harness (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Lower Steering Column Screws And Wiring Harness

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Release screws (1).

Disconnect plug connection (2).

If necessary, disconnect plug connector on handbrake switch.

If necessary, disconnect plug connector on airbag control unit.

If necessary, disconnect plug connection on eject box.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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Release screws (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 45 3AZ .

Unclip wiring harness (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Wiring Harness And Screws

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Release screws (1).

Remove support for dashboard.

Installation note:

Make sure air duct is correctly seated.

Fig 4: Identifying Screws

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