61 31 241 Removing and installing/replacing bonnet/hood contact switch

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove right bonnet/hood lock

Release screw (1).

Remove bonnet/hood contact switch (2) from bonnet/hood lock (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Bonnet, Hood Contact Switch And Hood Lock

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