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To Remove

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Fig 1: Removing Airbag Module
G03509961Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
WARNING: All work on the airbag module must be carried out with the utmost care. Read the Safety and handling directions  for the SRS airbag.
  1. Disconnect the negative terminal on the battery.
  2. Pull out the steering column adjustment as far as possible.
  3. Remove the airbag module by undoing the retaining screws on the back of the steering wheel and unplugging the connector.
  4. Unplug the horn connector.
  5. Turn the steering wheel so that the wheels are directed straight forward. Undo the steering shaft nut, but not completely.
  6. Loosen the steering wheel by rocking it from side to side, remove the connectors and unscrew the steering shaft nut.
  7. Remove the top and bottom cover of the steering column joint by unscrewing the retaining screws.
    Fig 2: Removing Top And Bottom Cover Of Steering Column Joint
    G03509962Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove the steering column controls by pressing in the two clips on each mounting and pulling straight out. Unplug the connectors.
    Fig 3: Removing Steering Column Controls
    G03509963Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  9. Remove the data link connector. It is located on the bottom of the lower dashboard panel.
    Fig 4: Removing Data Link Connector
    G03509964Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  10. Undo the lower panel retaining screws and the expansion rivets at the front. The expansion rivets are removed by first pushing the centre further into the rivet.
  11. Remove the radio unit by inserting the "forks" and pulling it out. Unplug the antenna and the connectors.
    Fig 5: Removing Radio Unit
    G03509965Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Undo the storage compartment if fitted.
  13. Detach the radio insert cartridge with a screwdriver.
  14. Remove the SID unit using draw-in bolts (M3) and unplug the connector.
  15. Remove the light switch and the switch for the headlamp beam adjustment.
  16. Unscrew the instrument plate retaining screws.
    Fig 6: Illustration For Steps 14, 15, 16 & 17
    G03509966Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  17. Detach the top of the instrument plate. Make sure the snap fasteners on the sides are free. Lift out the plate.
  18. Unplug all the connectors.
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