61 31 342 Removing and installing/replacing gear selector switch

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1). Tightening torque, see 51 16 2AZ in 51 16 MIRRORS, FINISHERS, ASHTRAYS, CONSOLES .

Raise gear selector switch carrier (2) and disconnect all plug connections.

Remove gear selector switch carrier (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Gear Selector Switch Carrier And Screw

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Release screws (1). Tightening torque, see 61 31 4AZ in 61 31 SWITCH .

Remove gear selector switch (2) from gear selector switch carrier (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Gear Selector Switch And Screw

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Replacement: