Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSVOLKSWAGEN2012CC 4MOTION (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSTEERINGRELAYS AND MODULES - STEERINGSTEERING COLUMN CONTROL MODULESERVICE AND REPAIRSTEERING COLUMN SWITCH MODULESTEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH (E595), THROUGH 10.09
2012 Volkswagen CC 4Motion (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)
Steering Column Combination Switch (E595), through 10.09
2012 Volkswagen CC 4Motion (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)SECTION Steering Column Combination Switch (E595), through 10.09
Steering Column Combination Switch (E595), through 10.09
Removing and installing the steering column combination switch
Depending on equipment, the steering column combination switch consists of the following components and cannot be disassembled further in the event of repairs:
• Turn Signal Switch (E2)
• Headlamp Dimmer/Flasher Switch (E4)
• Cruise Control Switch (E45)
• Windshield Wiper Switch (E)
• Rear Window Wiper Switch (E34)
• Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch (E22)
• Windshield Wiper Intermittent Regulator (E38)
• Windshield and Headlamp Washer Pump Switch (E44)
Removing
- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Service and Repair.
Remove the following components in order:
• Danger of the airbag deploying!
• The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
• Follow all Safety Precautions when working on an airbag.
- Remove the steering wheel.
- Remove the steering column trim.
- Remove the steering column electronics control module (J527). Refer to => [ Steering Column Electronics Control Module J527, through 10.09 ] Steering Column Electronics Control Module J527, through 10.09.
- Remove Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring (F138). Refer to => [ Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring F138, through 10.09 ] Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring F138, through 10.09.
- Remove segment sensor for steering column sensor. Refer to => [ Steering Angle Sensor G85, through 10.09 ] Steering Angle Sensor G85, through 10.09.
- Remove both bolts - arrows - on top side of Steering Column Combination Switch (E595).
- Pull off Steering Column Combination Switch (E595) toward rear from steering column.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal.
- Tighten the threaded connections to the specification shown in => [ Steering Column Switch Module Overview, through 10.09 ] Steering Column Switch Module Overview, through 10.09.
• If the steering column combination switch malfunctions, the steering column electronic systems control module coding must be checked with output diagnostic test mode.
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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.