Passat Sedan 4Motion W8-4.0L (BDP) (2002)
Steering Column Lock: Service and Repair
Removing
Steering wheel and airbag module removed.
Upper and lower steering column trim removed.
Following work sequence affects only vehicle with ESP
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Remove steering angle sensor -G85-.
The continuation of the work sequence is valid for all vehicles
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Remove bolt for steering column switch and take off steering column switch.
1. Hex key (commercial type)
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Remove plastic cover over shear bolts.
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Drill out shear bolts or shear off using a suitable chisel -1-.
The ignition key removal lock cable must be additionally unhooked on vehicles with an automatic transmission
Removing and installing ignition switch / lock cylinder
Installing
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Reconnect connector for ignition starter switch.
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Attach ignition key removal lock cable only with automatic transmissions, if necessary.
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Install new shear bolts.
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Tighten shear head bolts until head shears off.
Following work sequence affects only vehicle with ESP
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Install steering angle sensor -G85-.
The continuation of the work sequence is valid for all vehicles
Further installation in reverse order.