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Steering Mounted Controls Assembly: Description and Operation






Multifunction Steering Wheel

General Information

The multifunction steering wheel makes it possible to control some functions of the Communications System and the cruise control from the steering wheel.






Troubleshooting

The Multifunction steering wheel control module (J453) communicates only with the Steering column electronic systems control module (J527). Data commands are processed there once more for further communication.

Multifunction Steering Wheel has On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capabilities.

Use the Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051B) under "Guided Fault Finding".

The Multifunction Steering Wheel is made up of the following components:






The control unit inside the steering wheel, with two button blocks with integrated electronics arranged on left and right side on steering wheel

Multifunction Steering Wheel Control Module

Familiarity with the function and operation of the multifunction steering wheel is essential in the event of customer concerns. Refer to the Owner's Manual.

After connecting the battery, check all the vehicle accessories, for example, the radio, the clock, the Comfort packages.