Golf Variant 2007 ➤ , Jetta 2005 ➤
Running gear, axles, steering - Edition 07.2010
3.5
Removing and installing steering col‐
umn, left-hand drive, Jetta as of model
year 2009
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-
♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1332-
Removing
Only the complete steering column is supplied as a replacement
part. Repair is not possible.
Steering lock housing can be transferred ⇒ Electrical system;
Rep. gr. 94 ; Ignition switch and lock cylinder .
WARNING
The following are prerequisites before starting work on the
electrical system and removing the steering wheel:
♦ Disconnect earth strap from battery ⇒ Electrical system;
Rep. gr. 27 ; Battery; Disconnecting and reconnecting
battery
♦ Wheels must be in straight-ahead position.
Failure to comply with these precautions may lead to subse‐
quent failure of the airbag system!
– Turn wheels to straight-ahead position.
– Pull down lever on side of steering column.
– Swing steering column down as far as possible and pull out.
– Press lever on side of steering column back up.
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Rep. gr.48 - Steering