61 31 334 Removing and installing/replacing grip trim for gear selector switch

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Special tools required:

00 9 327

NOTE: Symbol plate (1) is glued on.

Mount special tool 00 9 327 as illustrated.

Detach symbol plate (1) from upper shell (2) in direction of arrow.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Do not leverage side panel (3) out of upper shell (2).

Fig 1: Installing Special Tool (00 9 327)

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Installation note:

Remove any adhesive residue.

Remove the protective film from the back of the symbol plate before installing.

Make sure symbol plate (1) is correctly seated on upper shell (2).

Release screw (1) and remove upper shell (2) with side panel (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Gear Selector Switch Upper Shell

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Installation note:

Fixtures (1) and guide pins (2) on gear selector switch (3) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 3: Identifying Gear Selector Switch And Guide Pins

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Installation note:

Guides (1) and P-button (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Make sure P-button (2) is correctly seated in upper shell (3).

Make sure side panel (4) is correctly seated in upper shell (3)!

For better installation, secure UNLOCK button outside on the side panel (4) using adhesive tape.

Feed in upper shell with side panel into fixtures and guide pins on gear selector switch.

Fig 4: Locating P-Button Guides

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