32 31 003 Removing and installing/replacing upper section of steering column trim

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Special tools required:

00 9 323

Move steering column in "bottom" and "extended" position.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Unclip steering column shroud (1) at side with special tool 00 9 323 .

Fig 1: Disconnecting Steering Column Shroud At Side With Special Tool (00 9 323)

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Tilt steering column trim (1) towards front.

Unclip steering column gap cover (2) from steering column trim (1).

Installation:

Tilt steering column trim towards rear, align by way of locks to lower section (of steering column trim) and press down.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Steering Column Gap Cover From Steering Column Trim

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