Driver Steering Wheel Airbag - 2011 528i

When scavenging for F10-generation BMW driver airbags in the junkyard, focus on 2010-2013 528i, 535i, and 550i sedans or F07 Gran Turismo models produced before the 2014 LCI facelift. The primary BMW part number 32-30-6-797-365 supersedes the earlier 32-30-6-793-713 and fits standard three-spoke steering wheels, though M-Sport variants require different trim bezels. Always disconnect the battery and wait 30 minutes before removal to avoid accidental deployment. Access requires removing two T50 Torx bolts from the rear hub—never pry the front cover. Inspect the yellow SRS connector for corroded pins and verify the clockspring indexing marks align during reinstallation; misalignment triggers persistent airbag warning lights. Check for deployed tensioners by examining the pyrotechnic connectors, as rebuilt units often mask prior deployment. Post-2014 LCI models utilize incompatible mounting brackets and revised electrical connectors, so verify production dates carefully before purchase.