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How to disassemble the steering wheel of the BMW E90

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E90, E91 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Steering wheel

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In this article, we will see how to disassemble the steering wheel of the BMW 3 Series E90/91/92, a procedure that is useful in case you want to replace the steering wheel because it is damaged or ruined. First of all, it is recommended to disconnect the negative pole of the battery to prevent the airbag from opening unintentionally, after which you must use a flat or cutting screwdriver, using your fingers to locate the protrusion where to insert the screwdriver, once inserted when you feel resistance, push the screwdriver outwards, in this way pressure will be applied to the clip, perform this procedure on both sides, in this way the airbag will be unlocked, once unlocked remove it and disconnect the appropriate connectors, once the connectors are removed completely, at this point disconnect the connector, then remove the steering wheel fixing bolt, at this point it will be possible to remove the steering wheel in order to replace it.


Posted on 22 November 2025 by ScegliAuto


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