TIPTRONIC SWITCH
Removing
Remove driver's airbag. Refer to Passenger Protection, Airbags, Seat Belts .
Disconnect trim ring from steering wheel.
Slide multi-function button -2- out of steering wheel in -direction of arrow-.
Rotate multi-function button.
Disconnect the connector -2- on the multifunction button -1-.
Remove the bolts -arrow- (3 Nm) and the Tiptronic switch to the rear.
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Installing
Install in reverse order.
Removal and installation of the left switch is identical.
If control module is replaced, select Replacement function for appropriate control module in Guided Fault-Finding routine.
Use the Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System to do so.
Removing
Disconnect battery ground wire. Refer to [For transmission(s) 02E] [For engine(s) CBRA, BPY, CETA, CCTA, CEPB, CDMA] Removal and Installation .
Observe airbag system safety precautions. Refer to General Safety Precautions .
Remove steering column switch module. Refer to [For transmission(s) 02E] [For engine(s) CBRA, BPY, CETA, CCTA, CEPB, CDMA] Description and Operation .
Remove bolt -arrow- (2 Nm) below spiral spring.
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The steering column electronic systems control module is secure to steering column module with two spring retainers.
Release springs -1- and -2- with a small screwdriver.
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Remove steering column electronic systems control module downward from steering column module.
Installing
Follow the safety precautions for airbag systems. Refer to General Safety Precautions .
Install in reverse order.
Make sure that all connections have engaged and lines lie in proper guides.