61 31 342 Removing and installing/replacing gear selector switch (twin-clutch gearbox)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
Remove GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH GEARSHIFT LEVER KNOB (for twin-clutch gearbox)
Remove TRIM FOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 61 31 6AZ .

Disconnect plug connections (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Gear Selector Switch Screws And Plug Connection (Twin Clutch Gearbox)

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NOTE: For purposes of clarity, graphic shows component removed:
Release screws (1).
Feed rubber seal (2) completely out of gear selector switch (3).
Release parking lock (4) at points (5) and remove gear selector switch (3).

Fig 2: Removing Gear Selector Switch Parking Lock

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Installation note:

Make sure gear selector switch (3) is exactly seated on parking lock (4).

Make sure rubber seal (2) is correctly seated.

Feed rubber seal (2) between center console (5) and carpet.

Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .