Bmw telescopic steering column does not work - 2002 BMW 5 Series

No. There is only one steering gear. The telescoping steering column is self contained and functions the same as a vehicle without the telescoping feature.

Telescopic steering wheel stopped moving - MBWorld.org Forums

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Jan 9, 2008 - Telescopic steering wheel stopped moving ... If it won't move at all, and you don't even hear a motor, it could be a fuse; check your fuse diagram ... Steering wheel adjustment motor gone bad?
Jan 28, 2008
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telescopic and tilt steering not working - Cadillac Forums

A control module ! Electronics The steering column has a tilt/telescoping control system that consists of an electronic control module capable of class 2 serial data communication, a steering column power assembly with positioning motor and sensor, and a steering column control switch. The multi-function lever provides for the control of the headlamp high beams, and the windshield washer and wiper.
The tilt/telescoping steering column in/out/up/down switch is an input to the driver position module (DPM). The tilt/telescoping drive motor is an output function of the DPM.
Steering column memory settings are stored in the DPM. The steering column position sensor is an internal part of the tilt/telescoping motor assemblies, and is an input to the DPM. The DPM uses the position sensor input when storing and recalling memory settings.
Same thing with the seats , electronic control module .
Battery positive voltage is supplied at all times to the memory seat module (MSM) through the battery positive voltage circuit from the POWER SEATS circuit breaker located instrument panel (I/P) fuse block. This voltage is used to power up MSM and also to apply power to the seat motors when commanded. Battery positive voltage from the TILT/TELE SW/MEM SEAT MOD fuse located in the body control module (BCM) fuse block that supplies voltage to the seat adjuster switch and the memory function switch, also supplies voltage to the MSM. The MSM monitors this voltage circuit in order to determine if battery voltage is supplied to the seat adjuster switch. The MSM is grounded through the module ground circuit and G301.
Body Control Module (BCM)
RH footwell, mounted to the toe board, behind the carpet

probably with a new steering colum,or junkyard one

I will bet the drive motor is defective, check power to it, it is powered up replace it..

Excellent tutorial here that helped me when I had a loose steering wheel on my 1988 Deville.

This one is not from an 89 Eldorado, but all GM Tilt/telescoping steering columns from that time are virtually identical:

http://www.diyfiero.com/dropspot/Jazzman_Steering_Rack_Rebuild.pdf

new tyres have nothing to do with warning light.if steering vague/wandering then poss new column required .I would ask a bmw specialist, if they have a diagnostic machine, to run a computer check,just to be safe,it dont cost much.....

common problem and will probably nessesitate replacing ignition switch barrel and steering lock, you will have to remove upper and lower steering covers and lower steering column to lowest position to allow you access to the two shear bolts which hold the steering lock assembly to the steering column, your local bmw agent shoul be able to get you the parts to allow you to use your own keys.

flat paddle at bottom of steering column if so equipped

Go to the dealer parts dept and ask for them to print a copy of the exploded parts diagram.