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61 31 005 Removing And Installing/Replacing Fixture For Steering Column Stalk

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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!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disconnect plug from ring antenna.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug From Ring Antenna
G03119533Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug from wiper switch.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug From Wiper Switch
G03119534Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug from turn indicator/dipping switch.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug From Turn Indicator/Dipping Switch
G03119535Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1) and remove fixture for steering column stalk.

Fig 4: Removing Fixture For Steering Column Stalk
G03119536Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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).
Fig 5: Identifying Cover Of Fixture For The Steering Column Stalk
G03119537Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.