67 64 010 Removing and installing/replacing drive unit for electric steering column adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 645Ci and 2004 BMW 645Ci. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Move steering wheel into maximum "lower" and "extended" position
EUR only: Remove trim panel for pedal assembly.
US only: Remove panel for active knee protection, left, refer to 51 45 177 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR ACTIVE KNEE PROTECTOR ON LEFT .

Unlock plug connections (1) and (2) of drive unit for electric steering column adjustment (3) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections And Of Drive Unit For Electric Steering Column Adjustment

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NOTE: For purposes of clarity, illustrations show steering column removed.

Remove screws (1) and (2).

Installation:

Replace screws (1) and (2).

Tightening torque 6. N.m.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws On Steering Column

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IMPORTANT: Pay attention to drive shafts (1) and (3) when removing and installing drive unit for electric steering column adjustment (4). Do not bend or twist. Drive shafts (1) and (3) must be exactly inserted in associated mountings (2).

Detach drive shafts (1) and (3) from associated mountings (2) and remove drive unit for electric steering column adjustment (4).

Fig 3: Removing Drive Unit For Electric Steering Column Adjustment

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Installation:

Longer drive shaft (1) is located in installation position under shorter drive shaft (2).

Drive shafts (1) and (2) must be exactly inserted in associated mountings (4).

If necessary, replace plastic mount (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Longer Drive Shaft, Shorter Drive Shaft And Replace Plastic Mount

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