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61 31 008 Removing and installing steering column switch cluster (SZL)
Do not under any circumstances turn the steering column switch cluster when the steering wheel is removed.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove steering wheel . See 32 33 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SPORT STEERING WHEEL or 32 33 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STEERING WHEEL
Unclip steering column shroud upper section and lower section (1).
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 61 31 3AZ .
Remove steering column switch cluster (3) in direction of arrow.
Installation note:
Not applicable to F25 .
Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .
On vehicles with active steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of START-UP /alignment of the active steering.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Remove steering column switch cluster (2).
Replacement:
Not applicable to F25 .
- Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT
- Vehicles with active steering:
- Steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of START-UP/ADJUSTMENT of active front steering
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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.