32 31 102 Replacing steering spindle sleeve
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 535i, 2009 BMW 535i, and 2008 BMW 535i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE
- Remove ACCELERATOR PEDAL MODULE
Remove sleeve (1) from bulkhead.
Installation:
Coat sleeve from outside with silicone grease and insert from passenger compartment. Arrow (1) on sleeve must point horizontally to left.
Check seating of sleeve in bulkhead, correct if necessary.
After installation:
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT /adjustment for ACTIVE FRONT STEERING
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove LOWER SECTION OF STEERING SPINDLE .
- Remove ACCELERATOR PEDAL MODULE .
Remove sleeve (1) from bulkhead.
Installation:
Coat sleeve from outside with silicone grease and insert from passenger compartment. Arrow (1) on sleeve must point horizontally to left.
Check seating of sleeve in bulkhead, correct if necessary.
After installation:
- Carry out STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT or adjustment for ACTIVE FRONT STEERING
Pop sleeve (1) out of bulkhead and press together.
Push steering spindle into steering column.
Remove sleeve (1) from steering column.