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32 31 087 Removing And Installing/Replacing Steering Column Lock

NOTE: Steering column lock can only replaced in vehicles from 09/2005 with electric steering column adjustment.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disconnect plug connection (1).

NOTE: There is the risk of mixing up the 3-pin plug connection for the footwell light.

Release shear screws (2).

Remove steering column lock (3).

Installation: 

Spherical side of shim must point to steering column lock (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Steering Column Lock And Plug Connection
G04742442Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation: