Disassembling Steering Column Switch

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Fig 1: Overview Of Disassembling And Assembling Steering Column Switch

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Direction indicator switch
GRA switch
Contact unit for airbag
Switch for wiper and washer system
Electronic unit

Information

Ensure that the arrow -A- of the rotor is positioned between the markings -B- of the arrows -C- of the airbag contact unit and that the locking element -D- is engaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Steering Column Switch Designations
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Lift up the three retaining tabs carefully and remove airbag contact unit -C- .

Fig 3: Removing Airbag Contact Unit
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Unscrew the six fastening screws.

Fig 4: Unscrewing Fastening Screws
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Turn the steering column switch round and remove the electronic unit -E- .

Fig 5: Removing Electronic Unit
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Pull the GRA switch -B- downward and disengage.

Fig 6: Removing GRA Switch
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Pull switch for wiper and washer system -D- up and out of the mount.

Fig 7: Removing Switch For Wiper And Washer System
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