Procedure 3

Modify ignition switch housing and install new column trim.





Disconnect battery and cover ground wire. Remove screw; pull off lower portion of trim.

Installation:
Check for correct position of lock.





Pull orange airbag plug out of bracket and disconnect.





Loosen airbag module screws (Torx T30)

Installation:
Tighten right side screw first, taking care that wiring is not pinched.

Tightening torque - 8 N-m





Disconnect plug and remove airbag module.

Caution!
Airbag unit must always be laid aside (in trunk) with the impact pad facing up.





Center steering, remove attachment bolt, and mark spindle and wheel. Remove steering wheel.





Note:
When the attachment bolt is removed, the clip (1) holds the contact ring in center position.





Installation:
Lockpin (1) must engage in center position of contact ring.

Tightening torque: Nut type 80 N-m

Bolt type 63 N-m





Adjusting Contact Ring if Necessary:

Press down spring (1). Turn contact clockwise or counterclockwise as far as stop. Turn back about three turns until arrows for center position are aligned.

Release spring (1).





Installation:

Coat slip ring with grease.





Loosen screws and remove upper column trim.





Insert special tool 32 3 010 fully into mounting hole of ignition switch housing as shown.





Push up on tool until mounting hole breaks off ignition switch housing as shown.





Repeat operation in other mounting hole.





Remove broken off pieces.

Install new upper and lower column trim pieces supplied in parts kit, and reassemble.





Note:
On cars with adjustable steering column, transfer rubbing strip from old upper column trim to new part.