Beetle L4-1.9L DSL Turbo (ALH) (1998)
Wiper Switch: Service and Repair
WARNING!
Airbags and related equipment (e.g. steering wheel) must only be disassembled, assembled and repaired by trained VW Service Department
personnel
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Before working on any airbag, steering wheel or steering column components, first always disconnect the battery.
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Make sure that no person is in the vehicle when connecting the battery Ground (GND) strap.
Special tools and equipment
VAG1332 torque wrench (40 - 200 Nm)
CAUTION!
Before working on the electrical system:
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Determine the correct coding for the anti-theft radio.
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Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.
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After reconnecting battery on vehicles with OBD II, set the engine control module readiness code.
Removing
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Remove driver-side airbag unit.
See "Air Bags (Supplemental Restraint Systems)".
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Remove hex bolt (60 Nm (44 ft lb)) -1- (always replace bolt).
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Position steering wheel -2- in center position (wheels straight ahead).
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Remove steering wheel -2- off steering column.
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Remove two Phillips-head screws (arrows).
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Remove upper steering column switch trim -1-.