A8L Quattro Sedan W12-6.0L (BSB) (2005)
Steering Column Control Module: Service and Repair
Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring
Steering Column Switch Module
Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› T8 screwdriver (T40056 A)
Removing
Follow safety precautions when working on knee airbag.
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Remove driver's storage compartment.
‹› Steering must be in center position (wheels in straight ahead position) when removing and installing coil connector with slip ring.
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Adjust steering wheel downward and to rear as far as possible, use entire adjustment range of steering column adjustment for this.
Contrary to the procedure described in "Battery, disconnecting and connecting", the ignition must be on and remain on while
disconnecting the battery when working on airbag components.
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Remove airbag unit.
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Remove steering wheel.
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Remove bolts - 3 - and - 5 - using T8 screwdriver (T40056 A).
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Remove the TORX bolts - 6 - and the hex socket head bolt - 4 -.
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Separate top trim - 2 - for steering column switches from bottom trim - 1 - and remove both parts.
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Disconnect upper electrical harness connector at return spring with slip ring.