This bulletin applies to 2018 BMW X3 and X4 sports activity coupes. Water ingress may occur at the driver-side footwell.
Check that the steering shaft collar is correctly positioned and correct as needed. Check that the plain bearing is correctly seated in the sleeve. Spray universal lubricant spray P/N 83 19 2 446 565 between the plain bearing and the steering shaft to aid in installation. Perform a leakage test.
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