Can the BMW steering wheel be adjusted if it's too heavy?

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McMelanie
07/29/25 7:27pm
BMW steering wheel can be adjusted if it's too heavy. Because the car's electronic power steering wheel has a learning function, it will become heavier or lighter according to road conditions and driving habits. Whether it becomes heavier or lighter will affect the handling feel. Extended information: Structural features: The structure of the electronic hydraulic power steering system mainly includes a power steering gear, steering assist sensor, check valve, speed sensor, steering control light, speed sensor, engine sensor, oil reservoir, pressure limiting valve, electric hydraulic pump, and power steering ECU. Working principle: The principle of electronic hydraulic power assistance is basically the same as that of mechanical hydraulic power assistance, except that the oil pump is driven by an electric motor, and the assistance force is variable. The speed sensor monitors the vehicle speed, and after the electronic control unit obtains the data, it changes the oil pressure by controlling the opening degree of the steering control valve, thereby achieving the adjustment of the steering assistance force.
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