61 31 103 Removing and installing/replacing left or right shift paddle for SMG transmission

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove decorative trim for multifunction steering wheel switch.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2).

Remove shift paddle for SMG transmission (3) from steering wheel (4).

Installation:

Make sure wiring harness is routed exactly
Make sure shift paddle for SMG transmission (3) is correctly seated on steering wheel (4)

Fig 1: Identifying SMG Transmission Shift Paddle (3) And Steering Wheel (4)
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