61 35 980 Removing and installing/replacing aerial for Comfort Access on left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove TRIM PANEL FOR COVER ON SIDE MEMBER

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock and remove aerial for Comfort Access (2) from bracket (3).

Installation note:

Make sure aerial for Comfort Access (2) is correctly seated on bracket (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Comfort Access Aerial, Bracket, And Plug Connection

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