61 31 005 Removing and installing/replacing fixture for steering column stalk
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WARNING:
Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work. With steering wheel removed, do not under any circumstances turn/twist fixture for steering column stalk!
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove steering wheel, refer to:
- For 2001 models, see STEERING WHEEL .
- For 2002 models, see STEERING WHEEL .
- for 2003 models, see STEERING WHEEL .
- For 2004 models, see STEERING WHEEL .
- For 2005 Models, see STEERING WHEEL .
- Remove lower section of steering column trim, refer to STEERING COLUMN LOWER TRIM .
- Remove top section of steering column casing, refer to STEERING COLUMN UPPER TRIM .
Disconnect plug from ring antenna.
Disconnect plug from wiper switch.
Disconnect plug from turn indicator/dipping switch.
Release screws (1) and remove fixture for steering column stalk.
WARNING:
When removed, the cover (1) of the fixture for the steering column stalk (2) is secured against turning/twisting by the lock (3). Do not under any circumstances twist the cover (1) out of its centered position against the fixture for the steering column stalk (2).