Running gear, axles, steering — Steering column unit - remove and install — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Fox (5Z)

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• After removing the Steering column control unit J500, do not place the steering column over the contacts (arrows) .This will damage the contacts and the steering column will have to be completely replaced.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove the steering column Steering column - remove and install.
2. Release the connections (1) from the Steering column control unit J500(2).
3. Remove the cover (1).
4. Remove the screws (1).
5. Remove the bolts (2) and remove the Steering column control unit J500(3). [Note: After removing the Steering column control unit J500, do not place the steering column over the contacts (arrows) .This will damage the contacts and the steering column will have to be completely replaced.]

6. Install the Steering column control unit J500(1) properly over the contacts (arrows) .
7. Install the screws (1).
8. Install and tighten the bolts (2) to the tightening torque.
9. Tighten the bolts (1) to the tightening torque.
10. Place and fit the new cover (1)(arrows).
11. Install the connections (1) on the Steering column control unit J500(2).
12. Install the steering column Steering column - remove and install.

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