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.
2021 BMW X6 M CompetitionFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Steering And Wheel Alignment -- Repair (F96)
- 32 00 Wheel Alignment
- General chassis definitions (X6 M 2020-2023)
- General information and definitions (X6 M 2020-2023)
- KDS data statuses (X6 M 2020-2023) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- Notes on steering gear/HCU/steering column/steering shaft replacement after accident damage
- 32 00 150 Kinematics Diagnosis System wheel alignment with vehicle load up to design position (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 00 155 Kinematics Diagnosis System wheel alignment with ride height measurement without loading the vehicle (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 00 601 Adjusting toe-in on front axle (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 00 620 Adjusting rear axle (Eccentric screws already replaced) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 00 621 Adjusting rear axle and replacing with eccentric screws (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 11 Steering Gear Boot
- 32 13 Steering Gear
- 32 21 Tie Rods, Tie Rod Ends
- 32 31 Steering Column
- 32 31 004 Removing and installing/replacing steering column shroud upper section (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 31 020 Remove and install/replace lower part of steering column shroud (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 31 070 Removing and installing/replacing lower part of steering shaft (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 31 211 Replacing universal joint for lower part of steering shaft (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 31 594 Replace electrically operable steering columns (after vehicle diagnosis) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 31 599 Replacing the control unit for electric steering column adjustment (after vehicle diagnosis) (X6 M 2020-2023)
- 32 33 Steering Wheel
- 32 34 Driver's Front Airbag
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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.
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