Steering column alignment correct? Please see pictures

ppy1111 · 02-04-2025, 11:58 AM

Is this how the steering column should be align?

I'm confused because the u joint has another notch behind the open notch

Does the alignment pin go on the open side where the bolt goes?

Please see the pictures

RocketyMan · 02-05-2025, 03:17 PM

Yes, that is correct.

Similar to this:
https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=32_1735

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RocketyMan Captain 772 Rep 883 Posts Drives: E53 X5, E83 X3, E93 M3 Join Date: Nov 2022 Location: PNW iTrader: (0) Garage List 2008 BMW M3 E93 [10.00]	Yes, that is correct. Similar to this: https://www.realoem.com/bmw/enUS/sho...diagId=32_1735 __________________ 2008 BMW M3 E93 MT, 3.15 FDR R135 └┼┼┼ ..246
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