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Removing and installing / replacing lower
section of steering spindle

Important!

If the lower section of the steering spindle is separated from
the steering gear/steering column, the steering column switch
cluster may be damaged when the steering wheel is turned.

Release clamping screw (1).

Return steering to straight-ahead drive setting and remove ignition
key.

Detach lower section of steering spindle (2) from steering gear.

Installation:

Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.

Replace clamping screw.

Lower section of steering spindle can only be attached in one
position to the steering gear.

Tightening torque  32 31 1AZ

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Release clamping screw (1).

Detach lower section of steering spindle from steering column.

Installation:

Clean thread to remove all remnants of screw securing adhesive.

Replace clamping screw.

Clamping screw must rest in groove of steering column.

Tightening torque  32 31 1AZ

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RA  Removing and installing / replacing lower section of steering spindle

BMW AG - TIS

08.02.2013  08:46

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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