Removing Control Unit For Steering Wheel Electronics

→ When removing and installing the steering column switch, turn the steering wheel so that the wheels are in straight-ahead position. This ensures that the airbag contact unit is locked in the central position.

→ Do not trap the cable of the airbag contact unit.

→ Check that the cable is routed correctly.

Information 

Ensure that arrow -A-  on the rotor is positioned between the markings -B-  of the arrows -C-  on the airbag contact unit and that the latch -D-  is engaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Wheel Electronics Markings

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1. Release electric plug connections -1-  (-a-  ) and disconnect connectors -A-  .
   Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connections

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2. Unscrew and remove fastening screw -2-  .
   Fig 3: Loosening Fastening Screw

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3. Release locking lugs -a-  and remove steering wheel electronics control unit -A-  .
   Fig 4: Removing Steering Wheel Electronics Control Unit

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