It is possible to take away the whole steering shaft Along with the cluster in place, in the event you have ESL in LOCKED placement. Hope this allows. And in my comment bellow I meant: "The emulator will do each of the work now, and it's got NO moving elements!" https://beckettibsgx.isblog.net/mercedes-esl-emulator-things-to-know-before-you-buy-45380856