32 31 082 Removing and installing/replacing steering angle sensor

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Slide upper steering spindle into steering column (see 32 31 102 Replacing steering spindle sleeve )

After installation:

Replacement only: Carry out programming/coding using appropriate BMW service tool.
Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment, see 61 31 996 Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment .

Release screw (1).

NOTE: For the following work step, the plug connection does not have to be disconnected nor does the brake pedal return spring have to be disengaged.

Remove holder (3) with brake light switch from pedal assembly bearing block (2).

Installation:

Insert holder (3) with guide (4) into opening in pedal assembly bearing block (2).

Fig 1: Screw, Bearing, Holder And Guide

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Unscrew nut (1).

Tightening torque: 32 31 16AZ, see 32 31 STEERING COLUMN .

Press brake pedal forwards.

Press out screw (2) with a suitable tool.

Remove plug connection for steering angle sensor (4) from holder, unlock and disconnect.

Expose cable up to steering angle sensor (4).

Installation:

Align guide bushes (3) to bores in mounting plate (5).

Fig 2: Nut, Screw, Steering Angle Sensor, Guide Bushes And Mounting Plate

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Pull steering column (3) downwards a little.

Insert a spacer (2) with a height of 4 to 5 cm between mounting plate (1) and steering column (3).

Detach sleeve (5) from upper steering spindle.

Press both hooks inwards and detach steering angle sensor (4) towards bottom.

Fig 3: Mounting Plate, Spacer, Steering Column, Steering Angle Sensor And Sleeve

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