3 Series E91 320i (N43) TOUR

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Troubleshooting on electric steering gear (EPS)
Read fault memory.
Fault
Cause
Remedy
Failure of power-assisted steering /
clear reduction of power-assisted
steering when stationary
1. Contacts corroded
Note: Check insulation of connecting
cable for damage, replace part if
necessary
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Replace contacts and plug
housing
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Clean contacts on steering
gear, replace steering gear if
necessary
2. Insulation of connecting cable
damaged
Check insulation of connecting cable
for damage, replace part if
necessary
Refer to troubleshooting on front axle
Excessive steering wheel
play/steering wheel shake
Screws at lower section of steering
spindle to steering gear/steering
column loose
Replace screws and tighten down
(refer to Removing and
installing/replacing lower section of
steering spindle)
Journal of tie rod end deformed
Replace steering gear and tie rod
ends
Tie rod end worn
Check steering gear rack; if
necessary, replace steering gear
Check tie rods, replace if necessary
Replace tie rod end
Steering gear rack damaged
Replace steering gear
refer to Troubleshooting on front axle
Steering wheel inclination
Tie rod end worn
Replace tie rod end
Front axle alignment incorrectly
adjusted
Carry out chassis/wheel alignment
check, adjust toe/track if necessary
Refer to troubleshooting on front axle
Vehicle pulls
Steering angle sensor adjustment
failed
Carry out steering angle sensor
adjustment
Steering column switch cluster faulty
Check mounting for steering column
switch, replace if necessary
Interference noise when steering
through (under load)
Spindle surface dirty or corroded
(caused by damaged gaiter)
Replace steering gear
Note: In a warranty case you must always provide a fault memory printout, even where there is no fault memory entry,
RA Troubleshooting on electric steering gear (EPS)
BMW AG - TIS
24.01.2013 10:20
Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued
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