61 31 016 Removing and installing/replacing turn indicator/headlight dipping switch

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Disconnect battery negative lead  . 
• Remove airbag unit  . See STEERING WHEEL FOR AIRBAG .
• Remove steering wheel  . See STEERING WHEEL FOR AIRBAG .
• Remove front section of steering column trim  . See 32 31 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN COVER .

Release screws (1) and remove turn indicator/headlight dipping switch (2) towards rear.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Turn Indicator/Headlight Dipping Switch

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