Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence
Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence
When removing the complete steering column switches including base carrier, it is disassembled and steering lock housing is also removed with it. New shear bolts are required for installing steering lock housing.
Also, if only one individual component of steering column switch is removed or replaced, the sequence described in the following must always be adhered to.
Removal
Follow the procedure in the repair information when disconnecting and connecting the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting ] Battery, Disconnecting.
• Risk of airbag deployment!
• The airbag could deploy if the airbag unit is handled incorrectly.
• Follow all Safety Precautions when working with airbags.
- Remove the steering wheel.
- Remove steering column trim.
Remove steering column switch assembly components in the following sequence:
• Steering column electronics control module (J527). Refer to => [ Steering Column Electronics Control Module (J527) ] Steering Column Electronics Control Module (J527).
• Airbag spiral spring/return spring with slip ring (F138). Refer to => [ Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring (F138) ] Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring (F138).
• Steering angle sensor (G85). Refer to => [ Steering Angle Sensor (G85) ] Steering Angle Sensor (G85).
• Turn signal switch (E2). Refer to => [ Turn Signal Switch ] Turn Signal Switch.
• Windshield wiper switch (E). Refer to => [ Windshield Wiper Switch ] Windshield Wiper Switch.
• Base carrier for steering column switches. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Base Plate ] Steering Column Switch Base Plate.
Installation
Install in reverse order.