61 31 005 Removing and installing/replacing fixture for steering column stalk
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW X5, 2002 BMW X5, and 2001 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
With steering wheel removed, do not under any circumstances turn/twist fixture for steering column stalk!
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove steering wheel. Refer to STEERING WHEEL for year model 2001, or STEERING WHEEL for year model 2002 or STEERING WHEEL for year model 2003.
- Remove lower section of steering column trim. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM (LOWER SECTION) .
- Remove top section of steering column casing. Refer to STEERING COLUMN TRIM (UPPER SECTION) .
Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) on turn indicator/headlight dipping stalk and on windscreen wiper stalk.
Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) on fixture for steering column stalk.
If necessary, unlock and disconnect plug connection (2) on steering column adjustment stalk.
Release screws (1).
Remove fixture for steering column stalk (2).
WARNING:
When removed, the cover (1) of the fixture for the steering column stalk (2) is secured against turning/twisting by the lock (3). Do not under any circumstances twist the cover (1) out of its centered position against the fixture for the steering column stalk (2).
Unlock clips and pull out stalk for windscreen wipers (1).
NOTE:
If necessary, remove steering column adjustment stalk (2).
Raise lock in direction of arrow and pull out stalk for steering column adjustment (2) in direction of arrow.
Unlock clips and pull out turn indicator/dimmer stalk (3) towards top.