Original BMW Steering Wheel Clockspring (Coil Spring Cartridge) for BMW X1, X2, X3, X5, and X6 (2011–2023)

BMW calls part 61-31-6-992-509 a coil spring cartridge, better known as the airbag clockspring, and this Original BMW unit carries the steering wheel circuits through the steering column on the X1, X2, X3, X5, and X6. A clockspring is a flat ribbon cable wound inside a housing. It coils and uncoils as the wheel turns, keeping the airbag and steering wheel controls connected at every steering angle. It appears as item 13 in BMW's parts diagram and is sold individually. Production of this number began in October 2016.

Original BMW Parts carry a 24-month parts warranty.

This cartridge supersedes 61-31-9-320-136, and BMW rates the change as exchangeable retrospectively, so it is the correct replacement for vehicles built with the earlier number. It also cross-references to 61-31-9-305-954. The cartridge comes included with the steering column combination switch, the assembly that carries the turn signal function. This number is the cartridge alone.

Technical Details

• Manufacturer: BMW (Original BMW part)
• Part number: 61-31-6-992-509
• BMW part name: coil spring cartridge (airbag clockspring)
• Diagram reference: item 13 in BMW's parts diagram
• Sold as: one piece
• Production start: October 2016
• Supersedes: 61-31-9-320-136, exchangeable retrospectively
• Cross reference: 61-31-9-305-954
• Warranty: 24 months on Original BMW Parts

Common Questions

Does it fit cars with a heated steering wheel?
No. This cartridge is for vehicles without a heated steering wheel.

Will it replace 61-31-9-320-136?
Yes. BMW superseded that number with 61-31-6-992-509 and rates the change as exchangeable retrospectively.

Is it part of the combination switch?
The steering column combination switch includes this cartridge. This part number supplies the cartridge on its own.

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Fitment & Compatibility

Use the table below to verify the year and submodel for your build. PMB Performance can confirm this against your VIN, backed by more than 20 years of parts and fitment work.