61 31 057 Removing and installing/replacing switch unit in center console

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Open cover (1).

Remove ashtray insert (2) in direction of arrow from center console function carrier (3).

Fig 1: 61 31 057 Removing And Installing/Replacing Switch Unit In Center Console

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Unscrew bolt (1).

Unclip side guides (2) and raise center console function carrier (3).

Feed center console function carrier (3) out of front guides (5) and pull back a little.

Unlock associated plug connections, disconnect and remove center console function carrier (3) from center console (4).

Fig 2: Unscrewing Bolt

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Installation:

Make sure front guides (1) of center console function carrier (3) are correctly seated.

Make sure side guides (2) of center console function carrier (3) snap into place correctly.

Fig 3: Installing Side Guides Of Center Console Function Carrier

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Replacement:

Unlock plug (1) and unclip in direction of arrow from center console switch unit (4).

Release screws (3) and remove switch unit on center console (4) in direction of arrow from center console function carrier (2).

Fig 4: Releasing Screws

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