The BMW 318is was the entry-level economy E30. The BMW 318is is well-balanced, pleasant to drive, cheap, and economical. It comes with plenty of quality vehicles and parts, including the steering column. The steering column has secondary functions like energy dissipation in case of a collision with the front of the vehicle. It provides mounting for other components like the multi-function switch, column lock, and transmission gear selector.
BMW 318is provides a large selection of high-performance parts. But after a long time, the worn steering column might cause huge problems. A steering column connects the steering wheel to the vehicle's steering mechanism. The removal process for the BMW 318is steering column is as follows. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. Then remove the lower shroud from under the dashboard. Remove the upper shroud. Remove the mounting hardware from the cluster trim bezel. And remove the airbag and the steering wheel retaining nut. Finally, go under the hood and remove the mounting bolts holding the steering column to the steering gear. There are much better and smarter BMW 318is products and devices online. BMW 318is will remain classic and prevailing for its useful parts.