61 31 342 Removing and installing/replacing gear selector switch

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION ).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove TRIM FOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (3) and lay emergence release mechanism to one side. Tightening torque: 1.6 Nm

Release screws (2). Tightening torque: 7.5 Nm

Remove gear selector switch (4) from center console (5).

Installation note:

Align gear selector switch (4) centrally.

Fig 1: Identifying Gear Selector Switch, Centre Console And Screws

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Replacement:

Modify spacer bolt.

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/CODING .