32 33 001 Removing and installing/replacing steering wheel (from 03/2007)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 BMW 550i and 2006 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove AIRBAG UNIT
Replacement only: Remove RETAINING PLATE FOR MULTIFUNCTION STEERING WHEEL SWITCH

Move wheels/steering wheel into straight-ahead position.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screw (2) and remove steering wheel.

Installation:

Make sure connecting lead is correctly laid.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screw

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IMPORTANT:

Risk of damage!

Driver (1) must engage in opening (2).

Installation:

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

Replacement:

Modify LANE DEPARTURE WARNING MOTOR ELECTRICS

Fig 2: Aligning Steering Wheel To Steering Column
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