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32 34 020 Removing And Installing/Replacing Airbag Unit

WARNING: Observe the following instructions to avoid any risk of injury by the airbag unit.
  • Comply with SAFETY REGULATIONS  for handling components with gas generators.
  • Do not exert any force on the airbag unit.
  • Use only specified tools for releasing the airbag unit.
NOTE: Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the airbag unit and thereby cause serious injury.
IMPORTANT: Steering wheel  must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered! See 32 33 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SPORT STEERING WHEEL  or 32 33 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STEERING WHEEL .
Follow PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Insert Torx screwdriver T30 (1) straight into concealed opening on reverse side of steering wheel until a spring resistance is felt (approx. 2 cm).

Increase pressure on spring leg using Torx screwdriver T30 (1) until airbag unit is released.

For purposes of clarity: airbag unit removed.

Fig 1: Applying Pressure To Spring Leg Using Torx Screwdriver
G06889699Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

Make sure electrical leads are correctly positioned.

Snap airbag unit with uniform pressing force plane-parallel in direction of steering column shaft into steering wheel.

WARNING: Danger of injury!
Airbag unit may only be set down with the airbag itself facing upwards  .

Tilt airbag unit towards rear.

Disconnect plug connection (1) and (2) and remove airbag unit.

Fig 2: Plug Connections Of Airbag Unit
G08515642Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.