Removing and Installing Complete Steering Column

Removing and installing complete steering column
Disconnect negative battery lead, refer to instructions on connecting and disconnecting battery.
Remove steering wheel.
Remove lower trim from instrument panel.

Caution! After installation:
^ Carry out steering angle offset for Electronic Damper Control Dynamic Stability Control, refer to BMW Diagnosis Program.
^ Check for freedom of movement over entire adjustment range of steering column to adjoining components/wires.





Take off collar (1).

Installation:
Check position of collar (1) with regard to snap ring (2).





Remove upper section of steering column trim.
If necessary, remove cable for Interlock from steering lock.





Remove clamping bolt.
Press down on steering spindle.

Installation:
Clamping screw locates in retaining groove in steering spindle.
Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening Torque, refer to Steering Specifications.





Loosen shear-off screw with chisel or mill off screw head.

Installation:
Fit spacer tube. Tighten shear-off screws until heads shear off.





Unfasten all lines leading to steering column from their respective brackets.
Unscrew screw.
Unlock connector from ignition starter switch and remove.
Mechanical adjustment:





Unfasten screws (3).

Installation:
1 Bracket
2 Spacer
3 Bolt
4 Plastic guide, inside face slightly greased
5 Washer
6 Replace self-locking nut.
Tightening torque = 8 Nm
Unfasten screws on support tube.
Remove steering column.





Installation:
1 Screw
2 Spacer tube
3 Guide bush
4 Shim