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– Remove storage compartment (driver's side) ⇒ page 10 .
– Destroy expanding section -arrows- of pivot pin -2-.
– Pull pivot pin -2- out of mounting.
– Take storage box -3- out of storage compartment (driver's
side) -1-.
Installing
Installation is carried out in reverse order; note the following:
– Renew pivot pins.
– Make sure pivot pins engage fully.
1.8 Removing and installing steering col‐
umn trim
Special tools and workshop equipment required
♦ Torque wrench -V.A.G 1783-
♦ Special screwdriver T8 -T40056 A-
Removing
– Lower steering wheel as far as possible towards rear, making
use of the full range of the steering column adjuster.
– Remove airbag unit and steering wheel ⇒ page 123 .
– Remove storage compartment (driver side) ⇒ page 9 .
Vehicles with mechanically adjustable steering column
– Slacken off bolt -2-.
– Detach handle -1-.
3 - Steering column trim
Audi A8 2003 ➤
General body repairs, interior - Edition 07.2011
12 Rep. gr.68 - Interior equipment