32 31 004 Removing and installing / replacing upper section of steering column trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove lower section of trim, refer to 32 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM .
Move steering column into "lower" and "extended" position

Unclip steering column cover (1) from upper section of trim.

Fig 1: Unclipping Steering Column Cover From Upper Section Of Trim

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Unfasten screws.

Installation:

Replace expansion rivets.

Fig 2: Identifying Expansion Rivets

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Bend upper section of trim on both sides outwards and remove towards top.

Fig 3: Bending Upper Section Of Trim On Both Sides Outwards

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Installation:

Locks (2) must engage in hooks (1) on both sides.

Fig 4: Identifying Locks And Hooks

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