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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2010GOLF (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGSTEERING COLUMNSTEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING COLUMN SWITCH, FROM 06.10, OVERVIEW
2010 Volkswagen Golf (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)
Steering Column Switch, From 06.10, Overview
2010 Volkswagen Golf (5K1) L5-2.5L (CBTA)SECTION Steering Column Switch, From 06.10, Overview
Steering Column Switch, From 06.10, Overview
• There are different versions of the Steering column electronic systems control module (J527) , the Steering column combination switch (E595) and the steering column switch base carrier depending on the manufacturer (Valeo or Kostal). The Valeo version is shown in the illustration.
1 - Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527)
• Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.
• Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to => [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Valeo ] Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Valeo.
• Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to => [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Kostal ] Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Kostal.
• Coding, refer to => [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), From 06.10, Coding ] Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), From 06.10, Coding.
• Tightening specification: 1.5 Nm.
2 - Steering Column Combination Switch (E595)
• Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.
• Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to => [ Steering Column Combination Switch (E595), Valeo ] Steering Column Combination Switch (E595), Valeo.
• Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to => [ Steering Column Combination Switch (E595), Kostal ] Steering Column Combination Switch (E595), Kostal.
3 - Base Carrier For Steering Column Switches
• Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.
• Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo ] Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo.
• Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal ] Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal.
4 - Shear Bolts
• M8 x 20
• Break-off torque: approximately 15 Nm
5 - Steering Lock Housing
The steering lock housing must be remove and installed together with the steering column switch base carrier.
• Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.
• Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo ] Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo.
• Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal ] Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal.
6 - Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder
• Removing and installing, refer to => [ Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder, From 06.10 ] Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder, From 06.10.
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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.