61 31 052 Removing and installing/replacing center console switch cluster

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection), refer to 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim for storage tray, refer to 51 16 212 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRIM FOR CENTER CONSOLE .

Release screws (1).

Unclip center console switch cluster (2) in direction of arrow from trim for storage tray (3) and remove.

Installation:

Make sure center console switch cluster (2) engages correctly in trim for storage tray (3).

Fig 1: Removing Center Console Switch Cluster From Trim For Storage Tray

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Replacement:

Carry out programming/coding, refer to DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODING .