32 31 003 Replacing Upper Section Of Steering Column Trim

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

Release screw.

Fig 1: Removing Screw

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Pull off upper section of steering column trim upwards.

Installation:

Fit new expanding nut.

Unclip and remove upper section of steering column trim.

Fig 2: Removing Upper Section Of Steering Column Trim

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Installation:

Insert hook (1) in mounts (2).

Fig 3: Installing Hook In Mounts

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