BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing/replacing steering column
Necessary preliminary work:
- Move steering column into "extended" position.
- Disconnect battery earth lead.
- Remove steering wheel .
- Remove upper and lower steering column shroud .
- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly .
- Remove STEERING COLUMN CONTROL PANEL .
- Unclip wiring harness and place to one side.
- REMOVE universal joint with corrugated tube.
Undo nuts (1) at bottom of steering column.

Secure steering column against falling out.
Undo nuts (1) at top of steering column.
Remove steering column by pulling upward.

After installation:
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Turn steering wheel in both directions to the limit position. The airbag indicator light must not light up!
Necessary preliminary work:
Remove TOP SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN CASING.
Move steering column in "top" and "extended" position.
Press reta ...
IMPORTANT:
After the steering shaft has been loosened on the steering gear/steering column, do not turn the
steering wheel any more. If th ...
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BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual > Brakes: Spindle
Spindle Minimum set: Mechanical tools AM
NOTE: Spindle is an integral part of resetter 83 30 2 320 871 with identification B.
SI number
01 11 12 (807)
TENSIONING STRAP
Tensioning strap Mechanical tool
NOTE: To change the knock sensor controller on the H31 brake system
Storage Lo ...