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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2007530XI 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 85 (STEERING COLUMN - REPAIR)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSTEERING ANGLE SENSORINSTALLATION

2007 BMW 530xi 4D Sedan, Standard

Steering Angle Sensor: Installation

2007 BMW 530xi 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Installation

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Slide special tool (32 3 040) into steering angle sensor. The link must rest in an opening in the steering angle sensor. See Fig 1.
Push in steering spindle upper section until stop. Locate special tool (32 3 040) with steering angle sensor. Both lugs (1) of special tool must engage in openings of bearing (2). Push on steering angle sensor. See Fig 2.
Ensure locking element (1) engages in mounting of steering angle sensor. Both locking hooks (2) must be snapped into place. See Fig 3.
Observe guide sleeves. See Fig 4.
When installing sliding piece, screw must fit in both guide sleeves. Screw on nut (1) with Loctite. See Figure. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
Replace bushing (1) and crash sleeve (2). See Figure.
To complete installation, reverse removal procedure.

Fig 1: Using Special Tool (32 3 040)

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.