A8 Sedan V8-3.7L (AEW) (1997)
Steering Wheel: Procedures
Integrated Audio Switches In Steering Wheel, Replacing
Removing
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Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
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Turn front wheels and steering wheel to straight ahead position.
WARNING!
Observe all airbag safety precautions before starting work on any part of the airbag system.
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From rear of steering wheel on left and right sides, use Torx(R) bit T30 to remove screws mounting airbag unit.
Tightening torque: 7 Nm (62 in. lb)
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Carefully remove airbag unit from steering wheel.
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Disconnect harness connectors from airbag unit and disconnect 6-pin harness connector on right-side audio switch.
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Remove both Torx(R) screws (T10) (arrows) from right -1- and left-hand -2- audio switches.
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Remove wiring from guides -3- and unclip audio switches from airbag unit.
Installing
CAUTION!
When installing, make sure wiring is routed into guides -3- and is not twisted or pinched.
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Install in reverse order of removal.