61 35 953 Removing and installing/replacing interior antenna for comfort access system (front)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove audio system controller . See 65 12 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER .
Remove storage compartment . See 51 16 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING STORAGE COMPARTMENT .

Release screws (2).

Remove middle function carrier (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Identifying Middle Function Carrier And Screws

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Remove middle air duct in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Identifying Middle Air Duct

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Detach felt (1) from interior antenna for comfort access system (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Felt And Comfort Access System

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip interior antenna for comfort access system (2) from clip (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Plug Connection And Comfort Access System

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