Necessary preliminary tasks

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Move steering column adjuster to "top" and "extended" position
Remove trim panel for pedal assembly.
Secure upper section of steering shaft in footwell (can be pushed into steering column)
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Release clamping screw (1) on steering shaft upper section (2).

Installation:

Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.

Replace clamping screw.

Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering column.

No kinking permitted!

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .

Fig 1: Identifying Clamping Screw On Steering Shaft Upper Section

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Release clamping screw (1) on steering shaft lower section (2).

Move steering wheel to straight-ahead position and remove ignition key.

Detach steering shaft lower section in direction of arrow from steering gear.

Detach steering shaft upper section from steering column.

Installation:

Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamping Screw On Steering Shaft Lower Section

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replace clamping screw.

Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering gear.

No kinking permitted!

Steering shaft can only be attached in one position on steering gear and steering column.

Tightening torque: see 1AZ in 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .