How to: Replace E90/E92 Steering Column (Steering Lock FIXED)

Today, we're going to be replacing the steering column assembly on my 2006 E91 Wagon with a newer column that does not have the steering lock! This is a great upgrade as the early model E90 cars had a column lock that was recalled as it could fail and leave the driver stranded. With this new column, and the proper coding, we won't have to worry about this issue in the future. I hope this helps you fix your car!
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[@Nico_335i_DCT]

Great video Chris. Nice to know there are 2 different types of columns. Have a great weak, Nico.

[@tonychamoun2970]

Amazing job Cris, l always enjoy your videos

[@Zwilkins8]

So glad you did the steering wheel swap too

[@xaviercarts7419]

A1 my guy....cant wait..

[@_J20_]

Can i work with the mechanism even thou the steering column is not removed? I want to release the lock permanently.

[@charles-yq2zo]

thanks for showing us how to align splines!

[@myles9751]

I love the videos, im about to be purchasing a 335i soon and they are very helpful.

[@BassFraud]

Channel is a gem for all 335i owners! Chris is super cool guy and extremely helpful

[@TheBimmerBarn]

❤️❤️❤️❤️ Both of you

[@jakestella2678]

No 🐂💩 this channel is gold 🥇 🥇👍👍👌🤘

[@jorisw3617]

Thanks for sharing. Good job! 👍🏼 I have seen a company “specialised” in this repair and they also change out the ball joint on both sides in their job package. Is this common to do?

[@aaronbligh3619]

Brilliant thanks bro

[@crapcopter]

Make sure to put the airbag down with the BMW logo side up! just incase it becomes a claymore it does not launch itself up Edit: Although it may not happen to you, It is good practice. Keep the videos coming!

[@johngalv9288]

I just replaced water pump/thermostat, now steering locked...vehicle in park, auto-trans. I swear this has become a hobby/addiction!!! { I had other problems with it before too} 2006 325i E90 N52. Question: Is it possible to remove the lock mechanism completely? My 2006 325i is still on jacks, trying to decide what to do with it. thanks for the video!

[@Level_Up_Nation]

Did BMW have a recall on the steering locks? have a 2009 328i with steering lock issue, recently checked and I do have 3 open recalls for mine, PVC heater motor, Blower Motor Wiring and Driver's Front Air Bag.

[@amarepatton9209]

So I can do a swap with the steering column without any reprogramming?

[@EddieAvalos-vw9gt]

Good question

[@user-ym1kx7jn7h]

I there a difference between an automatic and manual cars, steering column? And does this fix the issue of the car start button not even sensing that its being pushed? (2007 e90 328xi, automatic)

[@mdsahabuddin4495]

I have got the same problem, steering got lock as well no ignition for scanning and no starting. Please help me out with how to solve this problem

[@JoshuaTill-f8h]

Does the steering adjustment work though as mine doesn't now just wondering if it's an easy fix or if it's screwed by adjustment I mean up down forward backward on the leaver thanks

[@pugs1377]

Wow, something on an e9x that isn't a pain in the ass to do! Nice.

[@elixpineda2896]

Hello my guy I have a bmw 2007 2d 335 I and I had an accident airbags pop out steering wheel as well I bought all 3 of them they are install but now everything is done the car has a red steering wheel lock and the car wont turn on except the barber electrical the Mecanic said it’s a module replace it but I’m still doesn’t turn on any recommendations on what it might be

[@IsaacR-zw8kz]

I had the same red steering lock symbol, bought me an emulator and took out the plug from the steering lock mechanism and plugged it to the emulator and it turned on .

[@mssbed]

hi random question pls answer if you notice ! the rubber boot at 4:53 how did you manage to get that back in after removing ?! i removed it but cannot for the life of me get it back attached how it was previously! does it matter if its not fully reattached? thanks in advance

[@TheLamoramaks]

06:08 what da dog doin

[@TheBimmerBarn]

he was itchin da spot

[@MatsernT]

Hi! I’ve gotten erros regarding my steering-torque sensor, which disengages my eps. I thought it was going to be on the steering collumn, but I dont know if I see it. Do you know the location of the steering-torque sensor is? Great video btw!

[@montybritishshorthairadven573]

Hey great video thanks. I’m looking to replace my column on my e92 m3. I’ve already got the air bag, steering wheel off and trim. So it looks like it’s just the 5 bolts holding the column and it’s a straight swap?

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Yeah! Literally super easy, thanks for watching 🙏

[@cagatayb5554]

Hi can you please explain how to connect the steering column and universal joint? Because I have a lot of distance between the parts and I didn’t understand why???

[@supdougs4487]

Did you ever figure it out bro??

[@tommynguyen1034]

Is the relay flashing lockad there?

[@leonpiter9677]

hey man how do you put the rack on the second steering column in ? just push or how does it work

[@supdougs4487]

Ever figure it out bro?

[@leonpiter9677]

@@supdougs4487 yea, you should be able to move it in and out, mine was completely out and broken, couldn’t turn it right and couldn’t move it

[@trentdaddydolla647]

What program you use to program it?

[@tonyher6]

Hey Chris , i have active steering wheel malfunction and I have the light on my dash . I’m wondering how do you fix that ?

[@petershanle9675]

I have same problem as you how did u fix it

[@urighht]

Great video dude! Question, i am considering buying one from an auction and the steering lock is on but it also maybe due to low volatage. If i manually unlock that will solve the problem? But i think you said it will probably throw codes!? Thanks

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Might be from low voltage, worst case scenario you should be able to install the steering lock delete box, or just upgrade to the newer column entirely. Hope that helps!

[@urighht]

Well i wanted to have confidence i could maybe get it running without a computer in the moment so watching what you did seems it makes it possible but now i am intruiged about the delete! So i did get kind of confused about when you switched out columns, so you are sayibg newer models dont have that lock and you can switch the column out but then will there comuter not look for that lock and throw and error? Thanks for your patience with my questions!

[@TheBimmerBarn]

@@urighht once you swap it out, you also have to tell the CAS module that it doesn't exist anymore. This can be done via coding

[@urighht]

@@TheBimmerBarn So i will deal with later i am now motivated to see if i do what you did and see if it still shows steering lock but unlocks and stays unlock like you manually moved it and put the other appartus back on! Thanks again

[@SolarProfessor]

Great video. About how many hours from start to finish?

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Probably about 4-5 hours for the swap, no bad at all!

[@jakestella2678]

i found a dude from poland for $55 to code mine out vs the stealership sayin it cost 2500 and no other way......gotta love e90post

[@samuelk9365]

Has anyone had to replace the adjust lever?Mine is broken and I can’t find much info on replacing it other than the part on fcp euro

[@Cevium]

You will need e91 stalk to use rear wiper and washer

[@TheBimmerBarn]

Thanks I didn't notice! 😅 Need to grab that

[@kucickula]

Does a 2007 335i has a steering lock?manual transmission..

[@Winter1256]

Thank god our BMWs are diesel easy to work on

[@abumannocchi7636]

Hardest thing taking off that steering wheel

[@victordelarosa589]

Does a 2011 135i has a steering lock

[@user-uh2qv7bq4q]

How can I message you? I need help finding a missing plug

[@EddieAvalos-vw9gt]

I have a 06 330i with wheel lock engage..need help

[@EddieAvalos-vw9gt]

It won’t start

[@leviriordan7183]

Has anyone else done this 🤔 and is it the same for 2007' 328i's....thank you

[@miguelmolina6031]

yes doing mine right now

[@victordelarosa589]

Because I never hear mine

[@e.talamantez4456]

Dude I love your videos, but I hate this reminders. Goonzquad, tavarish, hooves and samrac. I subscribe to all of them and they just post their videos, no effen reminders. Sorry bro.

[@TheBimmerBarn]

I hear you, I like to have this "premiere" up so people can see what content is coming and choose to watch live with other people. Some like it, some don't. Appreciate you watching the channel though and your kind words! I'll consider making some adjustments to the strategy.

[@jorisw3617]

Great video! To what part did you upgrade? I have this now: www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/showparts?id=VU91-EUR-04-2006-E91-BMW-330d&diagId=32_1515