Sam2: Yes you are correct. However, Rashi does state on the words Vaani Hinay Lakachti (Bamidbar 3:12) that ??? ????? ?????? ???????, ??????? ???? ?????, ?????? ??? ???? ????? ??? ????? ??????:
It does not state that they instigated the cheit haegel but shechatu beigel nifsalu.