Removal and installation switches on the steering column (BMW 5 Series E28)

Some of the latest models are equipped with an air bag, or Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). To avoid possible damage to this system, the manufacturer recommends that for models with an air bag, the following procedure be submitted to the competence of the dealer service department or auto repair shop, as it requires the use of special equipment and technology. There is also a risk of injury if the air bag mechanism is accidentally deployed.

If your car radio is equipped with an anti-theft system, make sure you have entered the correct code before disconnecting the battery cable. Refer to Section Anti-theft audio system and instrument cluster language before disconnecting the wire.

If after connecting the wire, the inscriptions on your instrument panel appear in a language other than the one you need, refer to Section Anti-theft audio system and instrument cluster language, which describes the procedure for installing the required language.

Disconnect the negative battery cable, remove the steering wheel (see chapter Steering) and steering column covers (see chapter Body).

Turn signal/headlight switch

1. Where necessary, loosen the switch mounting screws. Squeeze the tabs and pull the switch out of the steering column mount.





2. Follow the switch wires down the steering column to the electrical connector and disconnect the wires.

3. Install in reverse order.

Windscreen wiper/washer switch

1. Where necessary, loosen the switch mounting screws.



2. Press the retaining clip and remove the switch from the steering column mount. Follow the switch wires down to the connector and disconnect the wires.

3. Install in reverse order.

Speed control system switch

1. Remove the wiper/washer switch.



2. Where necessary, loosen the switch mounting screw. Squeeze the mounting tabs and pull the switch out of the mount.



3. Disconnect the switch electrical connector from the wiring at the base of the steering column.

4. Install in reverse order.

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