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61 31 006 Removing And Installing/Replacing Fixture For Steering Column Stalk (From 09/2005)
Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .
Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL WAVEGUIDES .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove steering wheel. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) STEERING WHEEL (UP TO 03/2007) , REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STEERING WHEEL (FROM 03/2007) , or REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SPORT STEERING WHEEL .
- Remove FRONT SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM .
- Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM .
- Remove TOP SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN CASING .
- If necessary, remove deformation element for steering column trim.
Disconnect plug connections from rear on fixture for steering column stalk (2).
Release screws (1).
Remove fixture for steering column switch (2) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .
On vehicles with active front steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of INITIAL OPERATION /adjustment of active front steering.
Replacement:
- Remove TURN INDICATOR/HEADLIGHT DIPPING SWITCH
- Remove WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH
- If necessary, remove CRUISE CONTROL SWITCH
- Remove VOLUTE SPRING CASSETTE
- Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/CODING
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT
On vehicles with active front steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of INITIAL OPERATION /adjustment of active front steering
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.