61 31 020 Removing and installing/replacing ignition starter switch

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Move ignition lock to key position 0 (stop)
Remove lower section of steering column trim . See 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).

Installation:

Remove screw in bore (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Starter Switch And Bore

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Release screws (1), Tightening torque, see 61 31 1AZ in 61 31 SWITCH

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.

Remove ignition starter switch (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Starter Switch And Screws

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