Steering Column Switch Module

Steering Column Switch Module

Removal

• Do not turn the spiral spring on the Steering column electronic systems control module (J527) from its center position during removal. The front wheels must be in the straight ahead position.

- Lower the steering all the way down and pull it out all the way.

Always follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting the battery. The battery cut-out will be deactivated and damage to the vehicle electrical equipment may occur if the connecting sequence is not followed exactly. Refer to => [ Warnings and Safety Precautions ] Service Precautions.

- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair.

- Remove the driver airbag.

- Remove the steering wheel.

- Remove steering column trim.

- Release and disconnect the connectors - 2 - and - 3 -.






- To release the connector - 3 - press the connector lock - 1 - in - direction of arrow -, until the connector - 2 - unlocks.






- Loosen the clamping screw - 1 - and remove the steering column switch module from the steering column.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

- Push the steering column switch module all the way onto the steering column. A fitting key on the bottom of the steering column aligns the steering column switch module.

- Tighten the clamping screws to the specification given in the overview.