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Steering column switch module, removing and installing Audi A4 B7

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Steering column switch module, removing and installing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

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Scheme 281: Steering column switch module, removing and installing
  1. Special screwdriver T8 T40056 or equivalent "Torx - 8"

Note. Should any steering column switches require replacement, follow applicable component "Replacement" procedure using VAS 5051/5051 in operating mode "Guided Fault Finding". Move steering wheel down and to rear as far as possible; make use of the full range of the steering column adjuster.

CAUTIONSpecial safety precautions apply to vehicles equipped with airbags. Heed all WARNINGS pertaining to airbag servicing --> 69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS
  1. Remove airbag and steering wheel --> «69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS»(/audi/a4/b7-2004-2009/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#body-interior) .

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Note. Due to manufacturing tolerances, it may not be possible to insert Special Screwdriver T8 T40056 all the way into access hole in switch module. In these cases, grind down shoulder of screwdriver in areas indicated - arrows -.

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  1. Use Special Screwdriver T8 T40056 to remove screws - 4 - and - 5 -.
  2. Remove hex socket head bolt - 6 -.
  3. Release trim cover - 1 - on upper steering column trim - 2 - using a small screwdriver - arrows A and B -.
  1. Separate upper trim - 2 - from lower trim - 3 - and remove upper trim.
  2. Remove release lever for steering column adjustment - 7 - and guide out lower trim.

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  1. Remove screw - 2 -.
CAUTIONBefore disconnecting electrical connections at module, discharge any static electricity by briefly grasping hold of door striker plate or similar, grounded article on vehicle.
  1. Disconnect electrical connections - 1 - and - 3 -.
  2. Disconnect electrical connection - 4 -.

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  1. Disengage connector lock - 1 - in direction of - arrow - in order to release connector - 2 -.
  2. Carefully remove steering column switch module.

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following

  1. Ensure all fasteners and electrical connectors are properly connected and locked into place.
  2. Insert upper steering column trim in hooks for bottom trim, press both sections together and tighten screws.
  3. Install steering wheel and drivers airbag --> «69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS»(/audi/a4/b7-2004-2009/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#body-interior) .

Tightening torques

Component - fastenerNm
Steering column switch module - bolt3
Trim for steering column switch - screw1