61 31 166 Replacing switch combination for seat adjustment (comfort seat in rear compartment)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .

Carefully lever out cover (1) with special tool 00 9 317 and release screws underneath.

Fig 1: Removing Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Carefully raise center armrest decorative trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Lift switch combination for seat adjustment (2) in direction of arrow out of side guide (3) and feed out.

Disconnect plug connection behind.

Installation:

Make sure switch combination for seat adjustment (2) is correctly seated in side guide (3).

Fig 2: Lifting Switch Combination For Seat Adjustment Out Of Side Guide

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