Swap airbag wheel and steering column for non-airbag parts?

[bmwtool]

I was wondering if it's possible to simply swap the airbag column and wheel for an earlier, non-airbag unit. I have no interest in a 30 year old airbag going off, it makes fitting a new steering wheel difficult and I think it takes up more room in the interior.

I know I'll still have sensors and probably a warning light to deal with, but is that all defeatable?

[Vincenze]

Why would you replace the steering column?
I believe you just need a spacer to install an older-style wheel.

You can take out the warning light bulb.

[Tom Galloway]

Yes ,I want to do that too.
Been told it's easy but will have the dealer remove the bag.

[D3R3K]

Why would you replace the steering column?
I believe you just need a spacer to install an older-style wheel.

You can take out the warning light bulb.

what he said, ive dont it before not a big deal, no need to change the colum

[bmwtool]

what he said, ive dont it before not a big deal, no need to change the colum

I'm aware, just thinking the columns are different and I could gain some legroom

[monty23psk]

no difference in legroom. All is the same.

[D3R3K]

I'm aware, just thinking the columns are different and I could gain some legroom

unfortunally no, im a tall person too more leg room would be nice, but would require major modifications and there no kits for that, that i am aware of

[Victell]

I would think non-airbag columns are collapsible for safety, while airbag columns are rigid for support. I would not want a non-airbag steering wheel with an airbag column.