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03-02-2011, 03:02 PM | #1 |
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Does anyone know the trick to releasing the airbag?
I was looking to swap steering wheels in my F10 and there is NO DIY online yet for this model of steering wheel. I think I could get through most of it, but no idea how to get the airbag to release from the wheel. If anyone could help, I would greatly appreciate it. Cheers.
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03-02-2011, 04:39 PM | #4 |
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There should be two or three small "holes" on the back of the steering wheel where the attachments are located. The big question however is what kind? Do a google search on replacing BMW steering wheels. I also think there were some DIY replacement instructions on BMWTIPS.com that you could reference.
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03-02-2011, 10:00 PM | #5 |
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I have found they are not similar at all. I have tried referencing all the DIY forums I could find, nothing on the new wheels. This was sort of confirmed today by BMW when they told me I would need a special tool. Not sure I believe that, but on the newer 3-series it is a matter of releasing a spring. Thank you for your suggestion
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03-03-2011, 12:32 PM | #8 |
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Well, I have the M wheel apart that I am going to put in the car and I still can't figure it out....I cannot for the life of me see how to get in there and release the spring. Thank you for the idea though.
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03-03-2011, 12:39 PM | #9 |
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For the safety factor of the airbag alone, take it to the dealer and have them do it. Just talk to the shop manager and he will probably work a deal if he is at all resonable. (most are in my experiences) It does look like it takes a special tool and for a half hour or hour charge, gets you where you want to be.
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