61 31 192 Replacing knob for controller (without M-models, until 10/2009)

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Special tools required:

00 9 317
00 9 323

NOTE:

See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

NOTE: The number of buttons and shape of controller can vary depending on vehicle type.

Before 10/2009: Controller (1) has buttons on bottom only.

After 10/2009 : Controller (2) has buttons top and bottom.

Button may be removed from controller (1) only!

NOTE: These repair instructions describe the removal of the button from controller (1)!

Fig 1: Identifying Number Of Buttons And Shape Of Controller

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Lever knob for controller (1) with special tools 00 9 323 and 00 9 317 in direction of arrow off controller and remove.

Fig 2: Removing Controller

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Fit knob for controller only when controller is installed.

Installation:

Fit knob for controller (1) so that guides (2) are seated in recesses (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Controller And Guides

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