Removing Steering Column Switch

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Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Switch

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WARNING: Airbag contact unit not set correctly

Malfunction in driver's airbag unit

→ When removing and installing the steering column switch, turn the steering wheel so that the wheels are in straight-ahead position. This ensures that the airbag contact unit is locked in the central position.

→ Do not trap the cable of the airbag contact unit.

→ Check that the cable is routed correctly.

WARNING: Airbag contact unit not set correctly

Malfunction in driver's airbag unit

→ Do not trap the cable of the airbag contact unit.

→ Check that the cable is routed correctly.

Information

If the airbag contact unit setting was changed accidentally, it must be adjusted. To position the airbag contact unit in the central position, press the locking element and turn the rotor carefully to the left as far as it will go. Then turn the rotor carefully to the right, approx. 3.5 to 3.75 revolutions, until the lock engages. The arrow marking on the rotor must be positioned between the arrow markings on the contact unit.

Information

NOTE: Voltage peaks

Risk of damage to load or to the control unit

→ Remove the ignition key and switch off load before disconnecting or removing load.

Press locking element for the electrical plug and pull off the plug.

Fig 2: Releasing Electrical Plug
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Loosen fastening screw and pull steering column switch downwards from the steering column.

Fig 3: Removing Steering Column Switch Fastening Screw
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