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32 32 170 Removing and installing/replacing interlock cable

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

After installation:

Release screw (1).

Take off holder (2).

Press interlock cable (3) in area of switch block to driver's side and remove towards front.

Fig 1: Screw, Holder And Interlock Cable
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Turn guide sleeve (1) through approx. 45°.

Pull interlock cable (2) out of steering column.

Fig 2: Guide Sleeve And Interlock Cable
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Tie wire or cord to end of interlock cable (1) in area of switch block.

Pull out interlock cable (1) in direction of steering column.

IMPORTANT: Do not kink interlock cable (1).

If necessary, remove wire or cord from interlock cable (1).

Installation: 

Check installation position of interlock cable (1) in area of footwell heating duct (2), correct if necessary.

L = steering column, S = switch block

Fig 3: Interlock Cable And Heating Duct
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Pull through interlock cable (1) in direction of switch block.

Replacement only: 

Tie wire of cord to end of new interlock cable.