61 31 016 Removing and installing/replacing turn indicator/dimmer stalk

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front section of steering column cover. Refer to STEERING COLUMN COVER UPPER SECTION .

Release screws (1).

Remove indicator/dimmer stalk (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Indicator/Dimmer Stalk

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Installation:

Seat turn signal/dimmer stalk (2) with integrated pin housing (1) exactly in fixture for steering column control.

Fig 2: Seating Turn Signal/Dimmer Stalk

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