61 31 175 Removing and installing/replacing switch for slide/tilt sunroof

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Remove front ceiling light.

Press out switch for sunroof (1) from inside.

Disconnect plug connection.

NOTE: Initialize sunroof.
(2)=Remote control for garage door opening.
(3)=Hands-free microphone.

Fig 1: Removing Front Ceiling Light

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