61 31 113 Removing and installing/replacing both shift paddles for automatic transmission

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove airbag unit. See REMOVING AIRBAG UNIT or REMOVING AIRBAG UNIT (SPORT STEERING WHEEL) .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Remove shift paddles for automatic transmission (3) in direction of travel.

Installation note: 

Make sure electrical wiring is correctly routed.

Make sure shift paddles for automatic transmission are correctly seated on steering wheel.

Fig 1: Identifying Automatic Transmission Shift Paddles, Plug Connection And Screws

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