61 31 018 Removing and installing/replacing cruise control switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Unscrew screw.

Fig 1: Unscrewing Bottom Trim Panel Screw (Front)

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Unscrew screw.

Fig 2: Unscrewing Bottom Trim Panel Screw (Bottom)

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Pull bottom trim panel to the side out of the clips.

Fig 3: Pulling Bottom Trim Panel To Side Out Of Clips

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Remove screw and take off lower section of steering-column panelling.

Fig 4: Removing Screw And Taking Off Lower Section Of Steering-Column Panelling

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Compress retainers and pull out switch.

Disconnect plug connection.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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