32 34 030 Removing and installing / replacing airbag unit (sport steering wheel)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 550i, 2009 BMW 550i, and 2008 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
- Comply with safety regulations for handling components with gas generators. See 72 00... SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
- Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
- Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
NOTE:
Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the airbag unit and thereby cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT:
Steering wheel
must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered!
Follow procedure after airbag triggering. See 72 00... SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
Follow procedure after airbag triggering. See 72 00... SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead . See 12 00... INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .
Insert Torx screwdriver (T25) from below into opening on rear side of steering wheel until a spring resistance is felt (approx. 3 cm).
Increase pressure on annular spring using Torx screwdriver (T25) until airbag unit is unlocked on both sides.
Installation:
Make sure connecting cables are correctly routed.
Snap airbag unit with uniform pressing force plane-parallel in direction of steering column shaft into steering wheel.
WARNING:
Danger of injury!
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards .
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards .
Tilt airbag unit (1) towards front.
Disconnect plug connection (2) and remove airbag unit (1).