Q7 Quattro V6-3.6L (BHK) (2007)
Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: Service and Repair
Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring, Removing And Installing
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
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Special Screwdriver T40056A
Removing
NOTE: Steering must be in center position (wheels in straight ahead position) when removing and installing return spring with slip ring.
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Lower steering wheel as far as possible to rear, making use of the full range of the steering column adjuster.
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Remove airbag unit.
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Remove steering wheel.
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Remove gap cover - 1 - in - direction of arrow -.
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Remove screws - 4 - using Special Screwdriver T40056A.
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If present, remove screws - 6 - and remove handle trim - 5 - on mechanical steering column adjustment handle.
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Remove screws - 7 -.
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Separate upper trim - 2 - for steering column switch from lower trim - 3 - and detach both sections.
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If present, disconnect electrical connector on lower trim.
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Disconnect electrical connector (top) at Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring.