Remove steering wheel
WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
- For additional information see: 72 00 SAFETY REGULATIONS on handling components with gas generators.
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Wheel alignment is not necessary after removal, installation or replacement.
Wheel alignment is not necessary after removal, installation or replacement.
Preliminary work
- Deactivate the 48 v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
- Disconnect all battery GROUND LEADS .
- Remove the steering wheel or sports steering wheel AIRBAG UNIT .
- Remove the leather sports steering wheel DECORATIVE TRIM (SA255).
- If installed: release the CONTROL UNITS .
- Remove WIRING HARNESS .
NOTE:
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
When releasing the screw, have a support person brace the steering wheel in order to reduce torque on the steering column!
When releasing the screw, have a support person brace the steering wheel in order to reduce torque on the steering column!
- Shift the steering wheel and wheels to the STRAIGHT-AHEAD POSITION .
- Release screw (1) and remove the steering wheel.
