61 31 054 Removing and installing/replacing centre console switch cluster (with CCC/ASK)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove Decorative Strip On Instrument Panel On Right
• Remove Operator Unit For Heater/Air Conditioner

Unclip trim (3) at fastening points (1) and (2).

Feed out associated ribbon cable and remove trim (3) complete with centre console switch cluster (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Trim, Fastening Points And Console Switch Cluster

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Replacement: 

Unclip centre console switch cluster (1) at fastening points (2) and (4) and remove.

Installation: 

Make sure centre console switch cluster (1) engages correctly in upper fastening points (4) and lower fastening points (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Console Switch Cluster, Fastening Points And Ribbon Cable

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