Passat Wagon L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (AAZ) (1996)
Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair
Steering Wheel Removal
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Remove driver's airbag unit
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Remove bottom part of trim -4- for steering column.
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Separate connector -5-.
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Remove hex nut -4- and pull steering wheel off steering column.
NOTE: Airbag Spiral Spring F138 (-3-) remains on the steering wheel.
Spiral Spring Removal
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Driver airbag unit and steering wheel removed.
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Separate single connector for horn.
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Remove screws -1- and pull Airbag Sprial Spring -2- off the steering wheel.
NOTE:
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The steering must be in the center position (wheels in straight-ahead position) when the Airbag Spiral Spring is removed and installed.
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Airbag Spiral Spring is secured as a new part in the center position with a cable tie.
Installation
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Installation is conducted in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: At assembly of the lower steering column trim, ensure that the wire of the Airbag Spiral Spring fits into the opening provided.