61 31 021 Remove and install/replace ring antenna

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove LOWER PART OF STEERING COLUMN SHROUD

Removal:

If required, unlock and disconnect connector.

Unlock detent and pull ring antenna (1) upwards out of steering column shroud (2).

Fig 1: Pulling Ring Antenna Upwards

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Installation:

Join ring antenna (1) in steering column shroud (2).

If required, connect connector.

NOTE: Make sure ring antenna (1) is correctly locked in steering column shroud (2).

Fig 2: Pulling Ring Antenna Upwards

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