Safety Warning
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.
Installing the steering column switch cluster (SZL)
- For replacement:
Break off the transportation retainer (1) on the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2) in arrow direction.
The fragment (3) of the transportation retainer (1) remains in the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).
- Connect the connector (1) with the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).
Check the neutral position of the coil spring
Different variants may be installed depending on the vehicle equipment.
Version A: Checking the visibility of the mark on the coil spring
Check
- Check the visibility of the mark (1) on the coil spring in the inspection glass (2).
Result
» The mark (1) on the coil spring is not visible.
Measure
- Turn the coil spring cassette until the mark (1) on the coil spring becomes visible in the inspection glass (2).
Variant B: Checking the visibility of the mark on the coil spring
Check
- Check the visibility of the mark (1) on the coil spring in the inspection glass (2).
Result
» The mark (1) on the coil spring is not visible.
Measure
- Turn the coil spring cassette until the mark (1) on the coil spring becomes visible in the inspection glass (2).
- Position the steering column switch cluster (SZL) (2).
- Tighten down screws (1).
| Steering column switch cluster (SZL) to steering column | ||
|---|---|---|
| Screw TS5x20 | Tightening torque | 3 Nm |
Follow-up work
- Refer to FITTING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD UPPER SECTION .
- Refer to INSTALLING STEERING COLUMN SHROUD LOWER SECTION .
- Refer to INSTALLING STEERING WHEEL .
- Refer to INSTALLING AIRBAG UNIT .
- Refer to CONNECTING BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
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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.