Re: E30 Steering Wheel Removal

["David Orr" <orrs@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Tom,

     You should be able to remove the airbag with screws from the back of
the
steering wheel. It should plug into the steering wheel. Disconnect the
battery
before messing with this.

A word of caution, keep all tools away from the airbag while you
work on it in case you accidently cause it to go off. I have heard of one
mechanic
that was killed when the airbag went off and a screwdriver stabbed him.

Bottom line, stay out of the line of fire. Good luck and be careful.

Dave Orr

----- Original Message -----
> I can't help for the air bag, but if it's the first time you remove a E30
> steering wheel, after removing the center nut,don't forget to insert your
> key and turn it one step to unlock the steering. The way the steering
> locking mechanism is made on these cars  prevents the steering to be
pulled
> out from the shaft when in locked position, not like american and
japaneese
> cars. Ask me how I know :-)
>
> Michel
> 91 318ic turbo
>
>
> I need to remove steering wheel w/air bag from 90 325i for instrument
panel
> access. Bentley manual says don't attempt it, take to dealer. Surely there
> must be a way to safely remove the steering wheel without having to take
it to a
> dealer. I would be much obliged for instructions. Thanks.
> Tom
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