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How to remove the airbag and steering wheel of a BMW

Model: BMW BMW Various
Part: Airbag

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Today we will explain how to remove the airbag and steering wheel on a BMW vehicle. To perform this operation, we first need to insert a long flat-head screwdriver into the steering wheel of the car to move the internal mechanism that will allow us to remove the central body.

After removing the central body, you just need to disconnect it to access the central nut that locks the steering wheel. Using a Torx key, unscrew the nut and remove the steering wheel.

To reassemble the steering wheel and airbag after completing the maintenance operations, we will need to follow the steps in reverse.


Posted on 26 March 2025 by ScegliAuto


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