GTI L4-1.8L Turbo (AWP) (2003)
Steering Column Lock: Service and Repair
Steering lock housing, removing and installing
Removing
Airbag module and steering column already removed,Refer to Restraint System, Air Bag, Service and Repair
Upper and lower steering column trim removed, Refer to Steering Column, Service and Repair, Steering Column "A", Removing and Installing
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Remove bolt for steering column switch and take off steering column switch.
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Remove plastic cover over shear bolts.
The ignition key removal lock cable must be disconnected on vehicles with automatic transmission.
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Chisel off shear head bolts with a suitable chisel.
Installing
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Attach ignition lock cable if necessary; only with automatic transmissions.
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Install new shear bolts.
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Tighten shear head bolts until head shears off.
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Install steering column switch.
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Adjust distance between steering column switch and steering wheel, Refer to Starting and Charging, Ignition Lock, Testing and Inspection
Further installation in reverse sequence