Removing and installing steering wheel operating unit, vehicles as of 07.2013 — AUDI

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes S1, 2H

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition and all electrical loads, and pull out ignition key.
2. Remove driver airbag General body repairs, interior69Airbag; Removing and installing driver airbag.
3. Remove securing bolt (arrow).
4. Carefully remove operating unit (1) from steering wheel.
5. Release and disconnect connector (arrow) on rear of operating unit (1).
6. Reattach wire leading to operating unit in wire retainer (2) in steering wheel.
7. Tighten nut for securing operating unit to steering wheel to specified torque of 3.2 Nm. — 3.2 Nm (2.4 lb-ft)
8. Adapt multifunction steering wheel .

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