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Steering Column Switch







Steering Column Switch


The removal and installation of individual steering column switch components must be done in a specified sequence. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.

There are two versions of the steering column combination switch components, the steering column electronic systems control module and the steering column switch base carrier depending on the manufacturer (Valeo or Kostal). In order to determine which version is installed, check the mounting for the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column combination switch.

Manufacturer Valeo: 3 bolts

Manufacturer Kostal: 1 bolt at the bottom and two clips at the top

After installing a new Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527) , it must be coded. Refer to => [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), From 06.10, Coding ] Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), From 06.10, Coding.

Additional information:

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

DTC Recognition and Display

Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527) is equipped with On Board Diagnostics (OBD) which assists troubleshooting.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051B) in operating mode "Guided Fault Finding".