61 31 220 Removing and installing/replacing multifunction steering wheel switch (up to 03/2007)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove AIRBAG UNIT

NOTE: Illustration shows steering wheel removed.

Release screws (1).

Remove retaining plate for steering wheel (2) from standard steering wheel (3).

Fig 1: Removing Retaining Plate For Steering Wheel

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NOTE: Illustrations depict removal of the right multifunction steering wheel switch. The left multifunction steering wheel switch is removed in the same way.

Release screws (1).

Unclip right multifunction steering wheel switch (2) at point (3).

Disconnect associated plug connection and remove right multifunction steering wheel switch (2) with decorative strip.

Installation:

Make sure guide pins (4) are correctly seated.

Make sure electrical leads (5) are correctly routed.

Fig 2: Removing Multifunction Steering Wheel Switch

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Installation:

Observe the following work steps to adjust the correct gap dimensions between decorative strips and airbag unit.

Fit steering wheel retaining plate (1) with decorative strip (2) not yet screwed down on special tool 61 3 120 .
Tighten screws (3).

Fig 3: Installing Steering Wheel Retaining Plate
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Unlock catch (1) and remove right multifunction steering wheel switch (2) in direction of arrow from decorative strip (3).

Fig 4: Removing Right Multifunction Steering Wheel Switch

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