Replacing Steering Column

32 31 091 - Replacing steering column





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Return steering to straight-ahead drive setting and remove ignition key
- Move steering column in "top" and "extended" position.
- Disconnect battery negative lead Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead
- Remove steering column switch cluster Removing and Installing/Replacing Fixture for Steering Column Stalk
- Unclip steering column gap cover and remove
- Remove steering column control unit Service and Repair

Subsequent procedure is described in the document "Removing and installing steering column Removing and Installing Steering Column".





After installation:

- Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment Adjustments
- Initialize steering column using BMW diagnosis system (control unit functions)
- Perform function check:
-I)
- Check for ease of movement in overall adjustment range of steering column to adjoining components/wires
-II)
- Turn steering wheel in both directions to full lock. The airbag warning lamp must not light up in the process.
- Check directional stability of car