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Steering Column, Removing And Installing: Installing: Notes

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

If the steering column was replaced, use the bolt installed in the new steering column for the Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764-.

Clean the threaded hole (for example, using a thread tap) before installing the new bolt -2-.

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Intermediate Shaft
GWWA48-10179Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Applies to Vehicles with the Steering Lock Lock-Up System

Fig 2: Identifying Connector & Bolt
GWWA48-10595Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

-- After connecting the connector, -1- make sure the wiring harness is secured by the clip -2-.

-- If the steering column needs to be adjusted, be careful not to pinch the wiring harness -3- for the Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764- -1- and make sure it does not come in contact with any sharp edges.