61 31 195 Removing and installing/replacing controller

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
The button for the controller must not be removed!

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove TRIM FOR STORAGE TRAY

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

Carefully raise catches (1) on controller holder (3) and remove controller (2) towards top.

Installation:

Make sure controller (2) is correctly engaged in controller holder (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Controller And Catches On Controller Holder

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Replacement:

Carry out vehicle programming/encoding.