How do you install airbag on BMW steering wheel?
Verify torque requirement by calling your BMW dealer. Install the driver airbag. Connect the wiring harness first. Then, secure the airbag on the steering wheel. Tighten the bolt in the center of the steering wheel to OEM specifications. Typical: 40Nm. If your BMW uses bolts to hold the airbag in place, torque the bolts to 9 Nm.
How do you remove the steering wheel from a BMW?
Remove the15mm bolt in the center of the BMW steering wheel. This will allow you to remove the steering wheel. Always counter hold the steering wheel to avoid damaging the steering column locking mechanism. Watch this video showing how to remove a BMW steering wheel.
Is it legal to remove an airbag from a car?
Assuming that I am correct, it has been quite legal to remove an airbag at least up to the introduction of the new VOSA regulations which makes the new MOT a law in retrospective. An unusual occurance in British law. Perhaps this is something that we shall see tested in the courts.
How does a steering wheel airbag work?
Steering Wheel Airbag The driver’s airbag is made up of several components. A cylinder filled with gas, the steel housing, airbag pack and the vinyl airbag cover. When the airbag module receives a deployment signal the igniter switch starts a chemical reaction which then inflates the airbag pack in fractions of a second.
How do you remove the airbag from a BMW?
In this guide, you will find instructions on how to remove the airbag and steering wheel from a BMW vehicle. Park your BMW and apply the parking brakes. Center the BMW steering wheel. Ensure the front wheels are pointed straight. Disconnect the Battery. Access the BMW battery and disconnect the negative cable.
Remove the15mm bolt in the center of the BMW steering wheel. This will allow you to remove the steering wheel. Always counter hold the steering wheel to avoid damaging the steering column locking mechanism. Watch this video showing how to remove a BMW steering wheel.
When do you need to turn off the airbag?
You may need to replace the airbag if it is damaged in an accident or you may want to turn it off to put a child’s car seat in the front seat. Disabling the airbag is not hard but you need to be careful as it can be dangerous. You should only disable the airbag if it is a danger to the person sitting in the seat.