Removal & Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- Remove driver-side air bag module. See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE . Ensure front wheels are in straight-ahead position. Remove steering wheel retaining bolt or nut. Mark steering wheel hub in relation to steering shaft for installation reference. Remove steering wheel.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Be sure steering wheel retaining pins snap into recesses. Tighten steering wheel retaining bolt or nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .