Standard Wheel

WARNING:
^ Airbags and related equipment (e.g. steering wheel) must only be disassembled, assembled and repaired by trained Audi Service Department personnel.
^ Before working on any airbag, steering wheel or steering column components, first always disconnect the battery.
^ After the battery and airbag power supply have been disconnected, make sure that the front wheels face straight ahead when the steering wheel is removed /to ensure that the airbag spiral spring will not be damaged).
^ Make sure that no person is in the vehicle when connecting the battery Ground strap.

CAUTION:
^ Before working on any part of the electrical system
Determine the correct coding for the anti-theft radio.
Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
^ Removing and installing airbag, refer to Airbags and Seatbelts.

1. Airbag unit
2. Steering wheel
- Install with spokes horizontal, wheels facing straight ahead
- When installing, turn signal lever must be in center position
- Install only original or factory authorized replacement steering wheel
3. Hex nut
- Tighten to: 40 Nm (30 ft lbs)
4. Airbag spiral spring
- Available as replacement part
- Removing and installing, refer to Airbags and Seatbelts.
5. Airbag mounting screw
- Tighten to: 6 Nm (53 inch lbs)
- Removing and installing, refer to Airbags and Seatbelts.
6. Cover
7. Steering column switches
8. Screw