Safety Warning

DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.

SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE

HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2010X5 35DREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTHEADLIGHTSGENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR31 SWITCH61 31 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING STEERING COLUMN SWITCH CLUSTER

2010 BMW X5 35d

61 31 008 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Steering Column Switch Cluster

2010 BMW X5 35dSECTION 61 31 008 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Steering Column Switch Cluster

WARNING: Move wheels into straight-ahead position and do not alter this position during the repair work.
With steering wheel removed, do not under any circumstances turn/twist fixture for steering column stalk!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead . See 61 20 900 DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Remove steering wheel . See 32 33 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STEERING WHEEL or 32 33 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SPORT STEERING WHEEL .
Remove lower section of steering column trim . See 32 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM .
If necessary, remove switch for steering column adjustment . See 61 31 035 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SWITCH FOR STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT .

WARNING: Secure volute spring cassette (1) against rotating with adhesive tape (2).
If unauthorized rotation of volute spring cassette (1) cannot be ruled out, it is essential to return volute spring cassette (1) to center position!

Turn volute spring counterclockwise as far as it will go.
Turn volute spring clockwise as far as it will go.
Turn volute spring back to center position and secure so that centering pin (3) is at bottom position.

Fig 1: Identifying Volute Spring Cassette And Centering Pin
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug connections (1) from rear on steering column switch cluster.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1).

Remove steering column switch cluster in direction of arrow.

Installation:

NOTE: Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment. See 61 31 996 CARRY OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT .

On vehicles with active front steering, steering angle sensor adjustment is performed by means of initial operation / adjustment of active front steering. See 32 10 005 ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING .

Fig 3: Removing Steering Column Switch Cluster

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement:

Remove volute spring cassette . See 61 31 011 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING VOLUTE SPRING CASSETTE .
Carry out programming/coding . See VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND CODING .
Carry out steering angle sensor adjustment . See 61 31 996 CARRY OUT STEERING ANGLE SENSOR ADJUSTMENT or adjustment for active steering . See 32 10 005 ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING .

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Shop Manual-Ready Tools Free Quote Check Quote Shield Pro

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.