Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Kostal

Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Kostal

Removing


Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering column switch components. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.


• Risk of airbag deployment!

• The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.

• Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags.

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

Remove the following components in order:

- Remove the steering wheel.

- Remove the steering column trim.






- Disconnect the connectors - 1 -, - 2 -, - 3 -, - 4 - and - 5 -, depending on the vehicle equipment level.

- Remove bolt - arrow B -.

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

- Unlock both retainers - arrows A - and remove the steering column electronic systems control module from the steering column switch.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:


The turn signal lever could break when installing the control module.

The turn signal lever must be in the 0 position when installing the spiral spring so that it does not fall out.

- Mount the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch making sure it is straight until it latches.

- Install the bolt for the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch module and tighten it to 1.5 Nm.

- Install all components in reverse order of removal.