61 31 020 Removing and installing/replacing ignition starter switch

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Move ignition lock to key position 0 (stop)
Remove lower section of steering column trim, refer to 32 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING LOWER SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN TRIM .

IMPORTANT: Before removing ignition starter switch (1), secure inner shaft against turning:
Insert a M2.5*8 screw in bore (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Starter Switch

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Installation:

Remove screw in bore (2).

Release screws (1), tightening torque, refer to 61 31 1AZ in GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 645CI .

Installation:

Secure screws (1) with sealing paint.

IMPORTANT: Carefully unlock and disconnect associated plug connection for ribbon cable. Replace the ribbon cable if damaged. The ribbon cable leads to the control unit for the Car Access System, refer to 61 35 015 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) CONTROL UNIT FOR CAR ACCESS SYSTEM .

Remove ignition starter switch (2).

Fig 2: Securing Screws With Sealing Paint

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