Removal & Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z8, 2001 BMW Z8, and 2000 BMW Z8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Use special tool (32 3 110) to disengage lock (1). Lock cylinder can be removed. If necessary, turn special tool in hole. See Fig 1 .

Detach instrument panel trim. See Figure .
With ignition lock key, turn lock barrel to position "R" (radio, windshield wipers, etc.). Press special tool (32 3 110) into locking cylinder hole and remove locking cylinder. See Fig 2 .
Press lock and detach plug. Remove rubber ring (1). See Fig 3 .
Clamp lock cylinder with plastic jaws in vise. Lever off ring antenna with special tool (61 3 300). See Fig 4 .
To install, reverse removal procedure.

Fig 1: Using Special Tool (32 3 110)

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Fig 2: Removing Locking Cylinder

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Fig 3: Removing Rubber Ring

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Fig 4: Removing Ring Antenna

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