61 31 336 Removing and installing/replacing trim for gear selector switch

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD 
• Remove center console cover. See 51 16 160 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CENTER CONSOLE COVER .

Release screws (1).

Slip out cover for gear selector switch (2) via selector lever (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Gear Selector Switch, Selector Lever, Screws

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Unlock and disconnect plug connection (1) from switch for electromechanical parking brake (2).

Replacement 

Modify SWITCH FOR ELECTROMECHANICAL PARKING BRAKE  (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Electromechanical Parking Brake Switch With Plug Connection

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