61 31 014 Removing and installing/replacing Start/Stop switch

IMPORTANT: In the event of complaint "slide-in unit for radio-operated key jams or can not be retained", carry out following checks before replacement:

Check both sides of plug connection of ribbon cable (2) to slide-in unit for radio-operated key (1) for correct locking (3).
Check ribbon cable (4) for damage.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection Ribbon Cables, Radio-Operated Key And Locking
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If required, lock plug connection of ribbon cable (2) correctly and carry out function check.

If this rectifies fault pattern, do not replace slide-in unit for radio-operated key.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON DASHBOARD, DRIVER'S SIDE, ON RIGHT

Release screws (1).

Pull Start/Stop switch (2) forward a little.

Fig 2: Identifying Start/Stop Switch And Screws

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Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove Start/Stop switch.

Fig 3: Identifying Start/Stop Switch Plug Connections

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