32 31 020 Removing and installing/replacing lower section of steering column shroud

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove STEERING COLUMN SHROUD UPPER SECTION .
• Move steering column in "top" and "extended" position.

Release screws (1).

Push retaining lugs (2) outward slightly.

Unclip steering column shroud in downward direction.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Shroud Lower Section Screws And Retaining Lugs

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Tilt steering column shroud in downward direction.

Disconnect ring aerial connector (1).

Unclip wiring harness (2).

Remove steering column shroud lower section (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Ring Aerial Connector, Wiring Harness And Steering Column Shroud Lower Section

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