61 31 057 Removing and installing/replacing switch unit in center console

Open cover (1).

Remove ashtray insert (2) in direction of arrow from center console function carrier (3).

Fig 1: Removing Ashtray

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Unscrew bolt (1).

Unclip side guides (2) and raise center console function carrier (3).

Feed center console function carrier (3) out of front guides (5) and pull back a little.

Unlock associated plug connections, disconnect and remove center console function carrier (3) from center console (4).

Fig 2: Uncliping Side Guides

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Installation:

Make sure front guides (1) of center console function carrier (3) are correctly seated.

Make sure side guides (2) of center console function carrier (3) snap into place correctly.

Fig 3: Identifying Center Console, Front & Side Guide

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Replacement:

Unlock plug (1) and unclip in direction of arrow from center console switch unit (4).

Release screws (3) and remove switch unit on center console (4) in direction of arrow from center console function carrier (2).

Fig 4: Removing Switch Unit On Center Console

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