61 31 037 Removing and installing/replacing light control unit

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FINISHER ON LEFT INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM

Release screws (1).

Remove light switch unit (2) from trim (3).

Installation:

Make sure light switch unit (2) is correctly seated on trim (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Light Switch Unit With Screws On Trim

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Replacement:

Carry out vehicle programming/coding.