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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.

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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI2009A6 BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 41 (COMMUNICATION)91 - COMMUNICATIONMULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEELTIPTRONIC SWITCH, REMOVING AND INSTALLINGMULTI-FUNCTION STEERING WHEEL WITH ROLLER BUTTONS

2009 Audi A6 Base

Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons

2009 Audi A6 BaseSECTION Multi-function steering wheel with roller buttons

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Removing

In vehicles with Telematics, activate Telephone/Telematics Control Module J526 → Service mode, activating/deactivating service mode.
Disconnect battery ground wire → - 27 BATTERY, STARTER, GENERATOR, CRUISE CONTROL .
Follow safety precautions for airbag systems → - 69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS .
Remove drivers airbag → - 69 - PASSENGER PROTECTION - AIRBAGS, SEAT BELTS .

Pull off decorative ring from steering wheel.

Fig 1: Identifying Harness Connector And Slide Button

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Slide multi-function button - 2 - out of steering wheel in direction of arrow.
Turn the button around.

Fig 2: Identifying Harness Connector And Tiptronic Switch At Multi-Function Button

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Disconnect harness connector - 2 - at multi-function button - 1 -.

Fig 3: Removing Bolt And Tiptronic Switch

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Remove bolt - arrow - and remove Tiptronic switch downward.

Installing

Install in reverse order.

Removing and installing the left switch is identical.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.