Removing and installing steering column lock switch with lock cylinder — AUDI

Note:

If the lock cylinder has to be replaced in a vehicle fitted with an immobiliser, pay attention to reader coil replacement instructions => Page
96-55
.

Removal

Removing steering column switch =>Page
94-28
Removing dash insert => Page
90-8
Detach connector at ignition/starter switch.
Pull off protective cap for steering column lock switch housing to front.

Vehicles with automatic gearbox:

Detaching cable for shift lock

=> Automatic Gearbox 01N; Repair Group 37; Servicing selector mechanism; Removing, installing and adjusting locking cable
Automatic Gearbox 01N
Servicing selector mechanism
Removing, installing and adjusting locking cable

All vehicles:

Remove securing bolt -arrow- using TORX insert with end-face hole T 30 H.

Loosen both nuts -arrows-at steering column mount and remove the through-bolts.
Disconnect transponder coil wiring.

Unscrew steering column from stop -arrows-.
Use screwdriver to push steering column out of retainer stud bolts.
Push down column tube until steering column lock housing can be removed.

Use 3 mm diameter drill to spot drill steering column lock housing as per the dimensions shown.

Warning
Proceed with caution when doing so in order to avoid damaging the lock cylinder. Drilling depth approx. 1.5 mm.

Insert ignition key into steering column lock.
Remove ignition/starter switch => Page
94-43
, so that it is possible to push on the pin end of the lock cylinder.
Push out the lock cylinder -right arrow-; use makeshift mandrel to push rotating spring inwards -top arrow-.

Installing

Note:

Renew all self locking nuts.

Set lock cylinder to "ignition off" position and insert in direction of arrow until retaining spring engages.
Insert steering column lock housing at column tube; tighten TORX bolt to 7 Nm.
Insert column tube into bracket.

Insert bolts in bracket and column tube; tighten new self-locking nuts to 35 Nm.
Release steering column lock so that steering column is free to turn.
Press steering column onto disc coupling using multiple slip-joint pliers.
Insert retainer into steering column; tighten new self-locking nuts to 25 Nm.
Push protective cap for steering column lock onto column tube.
Perform remaining installation operations in reverse order of removal.