61 31 057 Removing and installing switch unit in center console
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 BMW X5, 2005 BMW X5, and 2004 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Remove heating controls.
Press out switch unit (1) through opening for heating controls.
Disconnect plug.
Fig 1: Pressing Out Switch Unit Through Opening For Heating Controls