61 31 228 Replacing switch on sport steering wheel (with connected airbag unit)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove airbag unit from steering wheel, for 2002 models refer to DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE , or for 2003 models refer to DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE .

NOTE: There 2 screw variants:

Release screws (1) and (2).

Unclip complete trim (4) in direction of arrow from fixtures (3).

Disconnect plug connection underneath.

Fig 1: Removing Steering Wheel Trim

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Release screws (1).

Detach switch on sport steering wheel (3) in direction of arrow from trim (2).

Fig 2: Removing Switch From Sport Steering Wheel

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Installation:

Ensure gap dimension is uniform between trim (2) and switch on sport steering wheel (3).