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32 33 001 Removing And Installing (Replacing) Steering Wheel (Up To 03/2007)

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IMPORTANT:

Do not twist volute spring cassette.

When installing, make sure that the locking pin on the rear side of the steering wheel engages in the driver recess.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Replacement only: 

Release screws (1).

IMPORTANT:

Risk of breakage!

Carefully remove multifunction steering wheel switches with decorative strips and retaining plate (2) from steering wheel.

Disconnect plug connections on reverse side and remove retaining plate (2).

Installation: 

Make sure connecting cables are correctly routed.

Make sure that decorative strips and both multifunction steering wheel switches are correctly positioned on steering wheel (guide pins must not be damaged).

Tightening torque: 32 33 2AZ  . See STEERING ARMS for specs.

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Plate With Screws
G04756065Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug connection(s).

Remove connecting lead(s) from steering wheel.

Release screw (1) and remove steering wheel.

Secure volute spring cassette with adhesive tape against twisting.

Installation: 

Make sure connecting lead(s) is/are correctly laid.

Tightening torque: 32 33 1AZ  . See STEERING ARMS for specs.

Fig 2: Removing Steering Wheel Cover
G04756069Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Locking pin (1) must engage in recess of driver (2).

Align steering wheel using grooved toothing to steering column and attach.

Fig 3: Aligning Steering Wheel To Steering Column
G04756070Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.