Steps I took to install the new "M" wheel.
I decided after consulting with a BMW mechanic to do the fuse option. That goes against my earlier post, but felt more confident after talking to him.
Remove old wheel
- remove #44 fuse in glove box
- stick small to medium screw driver in the slots behind the wheel and compress the spring clip
- Airbag slides out with a little bit of pulling
- remove wire connectors from airbag
- remove 2 wires from steering hub
- remove 16mm bolt from steering wheel - notice the wheel allignment marker
- remove wheel
Install new wheel
- placed new wheel on steering column - line the markers up
- tightened 16mm bolt to 68lbs
- inserted wire harness into steering hub
- plugged 2 wires into airbag
- used a little force to push the airbag in....dont be afraid...push the thing in
- installed 5 amp fuse back into #44 socket
- loved the look and feel of the new wheel.
