61 31 037 Removing and installing/replacing light operating facility

Special tools required:

NOTE: When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Lever out decorative trim (2) at the retaining points (1) using special tool 00 9 325 .

Fig 1: Decorative Trim With Special Tool (00 9 325)

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Remove decorative trim with lighting operating facility (2).

Fig 2: Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Unclip lighting operating facility (2) in area (1) and remove from the decorative trim (3).

Latch mechanisms in area (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 3: Decorative Trim And Latch Mechanisms Area

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