Steering Column Switch

Steering Column Switch

The removal and installation of individual steering column switch components must be done in a specified sequence. Refer to=> [ Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence ] Steering Column Switch Components, Removal and Installation Sequence.

There are two versions of the steering column combination switch components, the steering column electronics control module and the steering column switch base carrier depending on the manufacturer (Valeo or Kostal). In order to determine which version is installed, check the mount for the steering column electronics control module on the steering column combination switch.

• Manufactured by Valeo: 3 bolts.

• Manufactured by Kostal: 1 bolt at the bottom and 2 latching mechanisms at the top.

• After installing a new Steering column electronics control module (J527) , it must be coded. Refer to=> [ Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Without KESSY, Coding ] Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527), Without KESSY, Coding.

• Additional information:

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

DTC Recognition and Display

The Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module (J527) has On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capabilities which aids in troubleshooting.

For fault finding, use the Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system (VAS 5051B) in the "Guided fault finding" operating mode.