steering AUDI A4 1999 B5 / 1.G ESP Service Workshop Manual

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Steering angle sensor, removing and
installing


WARNING!

Before working on any airbag, steering wheel
or steering column components, first always
disconnect the battery.
The wheels should be in a straight ahead
position before removing the steering wheel.
Failing to observe these safety precautions
may result in failure of the airbag system
when the vehicle is driven.

CAUTION!

Before disconnecting the battery, determine
the correct coding for the anti-theft radio.

- Remove drivers side airbag from steering
wheel.

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Steering, Repair Group 48


- Disconnect airbag harness connector.
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- Disconnect harness connector for steering angle sensor (arrow).
- Remove steering wheel.
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Removing steering column switch

- Unlock steering column adjustment.

- Pull steering column out to stop.

- Remove screw -1- (2x).
Tightening torque: 3 Nm (27 in lb)
- Remove handle -2-.

Note:
When installing, the upper trim panel has to be inserted into the hooks of
the lower trim panel, swiveled down and then screwed tight. - Remove two Phillips head screws (arrows).
Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5.4 in lb)
- Remove upper trim panel -1- for steering column switches.
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- Remove screws -2- (2x).
Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5.4 in lb)
- Remove hex socket head screw -1-.
Tightening torque: 0.6 Nm (5.4 in lb)
- Remove lower steering column trim panel -3-.

- Release steering angle sensor at catches (arrows).
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Installing
Installation is the reverse of removal.
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Group 01 - Disconnect harness connectors (arrows).
- Carry out zero adjustment of steering angle sensor.
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