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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TOP SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN CASING .
Move steering column in "top" and "extended" position.

Press detent lugs outwards a little and unclip steering column trim downwards.

Installation:

Align steering column trim by means of detent lugs to steering column and press up as far as it will go.

Press steering column trim on both sides together a little and then press upwards completely until detent lugs snap into place.

Check installation position, correct if necessary.

Fig 1: Pressing Detent Lugs

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Tilt steering column trim in downward direction.

Unlock plug connection (1) on steering column adjustment switch and (2) emergency starting aerial and disconnect.

Remove lower section of steering column trim.

Fig 2: Identifying Emergency Starting Aerial And Steering Column Adjustment Switch Plug Connection

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