61 31 005 Removing and installing/replacing fixture for steering column stalk
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW X3, 2009 BMW X3, 2008 BMW X3, and 2007 BMW X3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
With steering wheel removed, do not under any circumstances turn/twist fixture for steering column stalk!
With steering wheel removed, do not under any circumstances turn/twist fixture for steering column stalk!
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove steering wheel, see 32 33 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STEERING WHEEL (FROM 09/2006)
- Remove lower section of steering column trim, see 32 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM
- Remove top section of steering column casing, see 32 31 003 REPLACING UPPER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM .
Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) on turn indicator/headlight dipping stalk and on windscreen wiper stalk.
Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) on fixture for steering column stalk.
If necessary, unlock and disconnect plug connection (2) on steering column adjustment stalk.
Release screws (1).
Remove fixture for steering column stalk (2).
WARNING:
When removed, the cover (1) of the fixture for the steering column stalk (2) is secured against turning/twisting by the lock (3).
Do not under any circumstances twist the cover (1) out of its centered position against the fixture for the steering column stalk (2).
Do not under any circumstances twist the cover (1) out of its centered position against the fixture for the steering column stalk (2).
Unlock clips and pull out stalk for windscreen wipers (1).
NOTE:
If necessary, remove steering column adjustment stalk (2).
Raise lock in direction of arrow and pull out stalk for steering column adjustment (2) in direction of arrow.
Raise lock in direction of arrow and pull out stalk for steering column adjustment (2) in direction of arrow.
Unlock clips and pull out turn indicator/dimmer stalk (3) towards top.