61 31 057 Removing and installing switch unit in center console

Version with SMG transmission only: 

Remove trim for storage tray. See 61 31 055 Removing and installing/replacing switch for SMG transmission (program selector switch) 

Version with automatic transmission only: 

Remove finisher for preselector lever. See 51 16 210 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING FINISHER FOR PRESELECTOR LEVER

All: 

Remove trim for center console. See 51 16 211 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FINISHER FOR STORAGE TRAY

Remove insert in function carrier. See 51 16... REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CARRIER IN STORAGE TRAY

In version with on-board monitor, remove heater controls. See 64 11 748 REMOVING AND INSTALLING HEATER CONTROLS (A/C CONTROL)

Loosen screws (1).

Loosen screws (1).

Pull out function carrier for switch center (2) in direction of arrow.

Disconnect plug connections (1) and (2) and remove function carrier for switch center (3).