ML 55 AMG (163.174) V8-5.5L (113.981) (2001)
Steering Column Lock: Service and Repair
Remove/Install Steering Wheel Lock
Remove
1
Remove lock cylinder (36)
2
Remove steering wheel (120)
3
Remove clock spring contact
4
Remove combination switch (S4)
5
Detach trim panel (88)
6
Disconnect connector for contact switch (a) from contact switch (37q) for height adjustment lever (93)
7.1 Remove shift lock from steering lock; to do this, compress retaining clamps and move shiftlock backwards out of the retaining lugs
NOTE: On models fitted with automatic transmission.
8
Pull transponder (c) forwards off steering lock
9
Attach bolt (32c) to steering shaft
CAUTION: Otherwise the steering shaft splines may be damaged when hammering out the roll pin.
10
Fold down height adjustment lever (93)
11
Hammer roll pin out of steering lock (37) using a suitable drift
NOTE: The lower dowel pin support is destroyed in the process.
12
Disconnect steering wheel lock connector (b) after unlocking the plug
NOTE: Installation: The plug must lock in position.
13
Remove steering lock (37)
14
Remove contact switch (37q)
Install
15
Attach contact switch (37q) to new steering lock
16
Slide on connector of steering lock (b)
NOTE: Installation: The plug must lock in position.