Steering wheel module (SWM)

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Remove the steering wheel and steering column covers. See Replacing the steering column covers

Fig 1: Identifying Gear Selector Assembly & Steering Wheel Module

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Remove:

2 screws
the connectors
the control module with stalks and the contact reel by releasing the catches on the underside
The windscreen wiper and indicator lamp stalks. See Washer/wiper switch, replacing and Turn signal switch, replacing
the contact reel. See Contact reel / steering wheel angle sensor, replacing

The control module is now exposed.