Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Kostal
Removing
Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering column switch components. Refer to => [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.
• Risk of airbag deployment!
• The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
• Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags.
- Disconnect the battery. Refer to => [ Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting ] Battery, Disconnecting and Connecting.
Remove the following components in order:
- Remove the steering wheel.
- Remove the steering column trim.
- Disconnect the connectors - 1 -, - 2 -, - 3 -, - 4 - and - 5 -, depending on the vehicle equipment level.
- Remove bolt - arrow B -.
• Do not turn the spiral spring on the steering column electronic systems control module from its center position during removal. The front wheels must be in the "straight-ahead position".
- Unlock both retainers - arrows A - and remove the steering column electronic systems control module from the steering column switch.
Installation
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
The turn signal lever could break when installing the control module.
The turn signal lever must be in the 0 position when installing the spiral spring so that it does not fall out.
- Mount the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch making sure it is straight until it latches.
- Install the bolt for the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch module and tighten it to 1.5 Nm.
- Install all components in reverse order of removal.