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32 33 010 Removing and installing (replacing) sports steering wheel/steering wheel

NOTE: Chassis/wheel alignment is not  necessary after the steering wheel has been removed and installed or replaced.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Move wheels/steering wheel into straight-ahead driving position.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screw (2) and remove sport steering wheel.

Installation note: 

Make sure connecting line(s) is/are correctly laid.

Tightening torque 32 33 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screw
G04796916Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement: 

Release screws (1) and remove airbag unit holding plate.

Remove wiring harness (2) and reinstall in new steering wheel.

Tightening torque 32 33 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Wiring Harness And Screws
G10006871Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.