Access/Start Authorization Switch E415, removing and installing

NOTE:

If access/start authorization switch is replaced, no adaptation of immobilizer is necessary.
Lock in access/start authorization switch is not coded mechanically.
Keys must therefore not be replaced when access/start authorization switch is replaced; present keys continue to match.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Removal Wedge 3409

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Fig 2: Hook 3438

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Fig 3: Releasing Spring Pins Of Decorative Panel From Instrument Panel Using Trim Removal Wedge 3409

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Removing

Adjust steering wheel downward and to rear as far as possible, use entire adjustment range of steering column adjustment for this.

CAUTION:

Carefully release spring pins - 1 - of decorative panel from instrument panel using trim removal wedge 3409.

NOTE:

The instrument panel vent provides a hole on both sides to engage the hook 3438.
Carefully remove the instrument panel at both sides from installation opening using the hook 3438.

If the instrument panel vent cannot be pulled out that way, proceed as follows:

Position lamellae of instrument panel vent horizontally.
Release all clips - arrow - by inserting clockmaker screwdrivers - 2 - and - 3 -.
Remove instrument panel vent on both sides out of installation opening using hook 3438, the screwdrivers must remain inserted when doing so.
Disconnect electrical harness connectors.

Fig 4: Removing Bolts And Access/Start Authorization Switch E415 From Instrument Panel

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Fig 5: Disconnecting Electrical Harness Connectors

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Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.