32 33 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Steering Wheel

32 33 000 Removing and installing/replacing sport steering wheel





Important!
Move wheels to straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during repair work.
Do not under any circumstances turn the steering-column switch cluster when the steering wheel is removed.





Note:
Wheel/chassis alignment is not necessary after the steering wheel has been removed and installed or replaced.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
^ Remove airbag unit





Move wheels/steering wheel into straight-ahead position.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

If necessary, disconnect plug connection (2) for steering wheel heating.

Release screw (3) and remove steering wheel (4).

Installation:
Make sure connecting lead(s) is/are correctly laid.

Tightening torque 32 33 1AZ.





Installation:
Version with steering wheel heating: Before fitting steering wheel on steering column, ensure correct cable routing.

Align steering wheel by way of marking (1) to steering column marking (2) and attach.





Replacement:
^ Modify multifunction steering wheel switch
^ If necessary, modify steering wheel module control unit
^ Remove shift paddles for automatic transmission