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C0472: C0472: Steering Column Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction

on 2018 BMW X5

Fix Cost
$150 - $300
Parts & Labor
Difficulty
3/5
1-2 hours
DIY Possible?
❌ No
Pro recommended
Your Vehicle
2018 BMW
X5
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📖 What Does C0472 Mean on 2018 BMW X5?

The power steering control module has detected a malfunction in the steering column position sensor circuit, which may cause erratic steering behavior or difficulty turning the wheels.
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Symptoms

  • • Steering wheel vibration
  • • uneven tire wear
  • • difficulty turning
  • • or a warning light on the dashboard.
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Common Causes

  • • Faulty steering column position sensor
  • • wiring issues
  • • or a problem with the power steering control module.
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How to Fix C0472 on 2018 BMW X5

1. Disconnect the battery to reset the power steering control module. 2. Check and clean the steering column position sensor and its wiring. 3. Replace the steering column position sensor if damaged. 4. Update the power steering control module software if necessary.

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Related Diagnostic Codes

Other codes that may appear with C0472

C0470 Sequential Code

C0470: Brake System Pressure Sensor Circuit Malfunction

Medium
C0471 Sequential Code

C0471: Rear Suspension Strut or Shock Absorber Fault

Medium
C0473 Sequential Code

C0473: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Malfunction

High
C0474 Sequential Code

C0474: Traction Control System Malfunction

Medium

💡 Why These Codes Are Related:

  • • Similar Issues: Same root cause or component failure
  • • Related Problems: Often occur together due to system interactions
  • • Sequential Codes: Progressive failure stages or multiple sensors
  • • Same System: Components within the same automotive system