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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  . See 32 33 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SPORT STEERING WHEEL  or 32 33 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STEERING WHEEL  must be replaced if airbag unit has been triggered!
Follow PROCEDURE AFTER AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. 

Necessary preliminary tasks 

Fig 1: Aligning Torx Screwdriver T30 Straight Into Concealed Opening On Reverse Side Of Steering Wheel
G06889699Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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.

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: Identifying Airbag Unit Plug Connection
G08515642Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.