61 31 164 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right switch combination (seat heating, head restraint)

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Special tools required:

00 9 317
00 9 341

Fold down center armrest.

Open upper armrest section.

Fig 1: Removing Cover Frame

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Pull out rear middle head restraint (1) a little.

First lever out front catches (2) of cover frame (3) with special tool 00 9 317.

Then unclip cover frame (3) all round with special tool 00 9 317 and remove.

Installation:

Detent lugs of cover frame (3) must not be damaged.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Using special tool 00 9 341, depress catches (1) and press out rear switch combination (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Pressing Out Rear Switch Combination

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