Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Kostal
Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Kostal
• Risk of airbag deployment!
• The airbag could deploy if the airbag unit is handled incorrectly.
• Follow the safety precautions when working on the airbags.
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.
When disconnecting and connecting the battery, the procedures must be followed as described in the Repair Information. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
Removing
- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting ] Battery, Disconnecting.
- Remove the steering wheel.
- Remove the steering column trim.
- Disconnect the connectors (depending on the vehicle equipment level) - 1 -, - 2 -, - 3 -, - 4 - and - 5 -.
- Remove the screw - arrow B -.
• Do not twist the Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring (F138) on the Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527) out of its center position when removing it. The front wheels must be in the straight-ahead position.
- Open the tabs - arrows A - and remove the steering column electronics control module from the steering column switch.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
The return lever on the Turn Signal Switch (E2) could break off when installing the steering column electronics control module.
The turn signal switch must be in the 0 position when installing the steering column electronics control module
- Slide the steering column electronics control module onto the steering column switch.
- Install the screw for the steering column electronics control module on the steering column switch and then tighten it to 1.5 Nm.
- Connect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Connecting ] Battery, Connecting.