Hi Everyone,

Thank you for allowing me onto this forum. Yes I'm a Newbie so please excuse my mistakes.

2009 X3 Xdrive - The vehicle drive beautifully but I have the following headaches at the moment.
- Hooter no working
- Radio only works for 20 min
- 4 x 4 Warning light on
- Handbrake light on
- Airbag light on

About 6 month ago I had the OE ring replaced (behind airbag) but without any success. Vehicle was send to a BMW dealer in South Africa (Garden Route) but they were not able to read any faults as the "faulty OE ring" was blocking them. They then wanted to replace the OE ring but cant guarantee that is the fault. I then took the vehicle to another garage and they said I need to replace the Steering Angle Sensor & Steering Column Module. But again they also cant guarantee that it will fix the fault. I have very little knowledge when it comes to vehicle mechanic's, so I have no option but to believe the mechanic. So before I pay to have the repairs done, do you think the mechanic is on the right track or do you think they are looking for the fault at the wrong place?

As I mentioned early the vehicle drives perfectly.

Please would appreciate your recommendations.

Kind Regards