Steering Gear and the Airbag

WHEN WORKING ON THE STEERING GEAR
During all work when the coil spring is in place and the steering column shaft is disconnected from the steering gear, the steering wheel must be locked to avoid altering the basic setting of the coil spring.

WARNING: If the basic setting of the coil spring is altered, there is a considerable risk of the helical conductor in the coil spring being destroyed when the steering wheel is turned full lock. The air bag could then fail to function with the risk of serious injury in the event of an accident.