Removing and installing steering column switch module: Audi A6 C6

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6 C6 (4F, 2004–2011)

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• Before disconnecting electrical connector (4), mechanic must discharge static by briefly touching striker plate for door or similar. — Unplug electrical connector (4).
• Make sure all electrical connectors are properly engaged.

📋 Procedure

1. Move steering wheel down and to rear as far as possible, making use of full range of steering column adjuster.
2. Remove airbag unit 69.
3. Remove steering wheel 48.
4. On vehicles with electrical adjustment of the steering column, first remove dash panel trim (bottom, driver's side) 68.
5. Unscrew bolts (3) and (4) using special screwdriver T8T40056 A.

6. If fitted, open the handle (5) for mechanical steering column adjustment.
7. Unscrew Torx bolts (6).
8. Separate top trim (2) for steering column switch from bottom trim (1) and detach both sections.
9. If fitted, unplug electrical connector at bottom trim.
10. Remove bolt (2).
11. Unplug electrical connectors (1) and (3).
12. ⚠ Before disconnecting electrical connector (4), mechanic must discharge static by briefly touching striker plate for door or similar. — Unplug electrical connector (4).
13. Press catch (1) in direction of (arrow) until connector (2) disengages.
14. Carefully detach steering column switch together with steering column electronics control unit J527.
15. Make sure all electrical connectors are properly engaged.
16. Insert top trim for steering column switch in hooks for bottom trim, press both sections together and tighten bolts.
17. Install dash panel trim (bottom, driver's side) 68.
18. Install steering wheel 48.
19. Install airbag unit 69.

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