Removing and Installing/Replacing Fixture For Steering Column Stalk (From 09/05)
61 31 006 - Removing and installing/replacing fixture for steering column stalk (from 09/05)
Warning!
Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) 61 35 ... Notes on ESD Protection (Electro Static Discharge).
Comply with notes and instructions on handling optical waveguides 61 00 ... Notes on Handling Optical Fibers.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove steering wheel Removing and Installing/Replacing Steering Wheel
- Remove front section of steering column trim Removing and Installing / Replacing Front Section of Steering Column Cover
- Remove lower section of steering column trim Removing and Installing/Replacing Lower Section of Steering Column Trim
- Remove top section of steering column casing Removing and Installing/Replacing Upper Section of Steering Column Trim.
- If necessary, remove deformation element for steering column trim.
Disconnect plug connections from rear on fixture for steering column stalk (2).
Release screws (1).
Remove fixture for steering column switch (2) in direction of arrow.
Installation Note:
Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment Adjustments.
On vehicles with active front steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of initial operation / adjustment of active front steering.
Replacement:
- Remove turn indicator/headlight dipping switch Removing and Installing/Replacing Turn Indicator/Headlight Dipping Switch
- Remove windshield wiper switch Service and Repair
- If necessary, remove cruise control switch Service and Repair
- Remove volute spring cassette Service and Repair
- Carry out vehicle programming/coding Programming and Relearning
- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment Adjustments
On vehicles with active front steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of initial operation / adjustment of active front steering