Steering Column Switch Module and Electronic Ignition Lock

Access/Start Authorization Switch

• Induction coil for immobilizer is secured to access/start authorization switch (E415) and cannot be replaced separately.

• If induction coil is malfunctioning, access/start authorization switch must be replaced.

• The immobilizer does not need to be adapted if the access/start authorization switch is replaced.

• Lock in access/start authorization switch is not coded mechanically.

• Keys must therefore not be replaced when access/start authorization switch is replaced; present keys continue to match.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Special Pliers (VAS 6339)

Removing






- Remove the driver side instrument panel cover.

- Remove the right impact bar..

- Remove the instrument vent in the center..

- Insert the (VAS 6339) through the trim flaps.

- Position the tips of the (VAS 6339) on both holes - arrows A - on the switch for the - 2 - access/start authorization switch (E415).

- Press the (VAS 6339) handles together, in the direction of the - B arrows -, to spread the tips of the pliers and release the trim retaining tabs.

- Hold the (VAS 6339) pressed with one hand and remove the trim - 1 - with the other hand, in the direction of - arrow C -.

• Only use the (VAS 6339) to release. Remove the trim by hand.

- Remove bolt - 4 -.






- Remove the access/start authorization switch - 1 - from the instrument panel and into the passenger compartment.

• If necessary, push the wiring harness on the central tube to the side.

- Disconnect electrical harness connector - 2 - by sliding retainer - 3 - up in the direction of the - arrow - and pressing the release inward.

Installing

• Tightening specification, refer to => [ Access/Start Authorization Switch Tightening Specification ] Service and Repair.

Install in reverse order of removal, observing the following:

- Install the center instrument vent..

- Install the right impact bar..

- Install the driver side instrument panel cover.