61 31 052 Removing and installing/replacing center console switch cluster

Necessary preliminary tasks 

• Remove MIDDLE TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL .

Disconnect plug connection (1) and expose ribbon cable up to center console switch cluster (2).

Unclip center console switch cluster (2) at retaining points (3).

Remove center console switch cluster (2) in direction of arrow from instrument panel trim.

Fig 1: Removing Centre Console Switch Cluster From Instrument Panel Trim

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