61 31 037 Removing and installing/replacing light control unit

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LEFT FRESH-AIR GRILLE

Press out light control unit (1) from inside.

Fig 1: Removing Light Control Unit

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove light control unit.

Installation:

Make sure retainers (2) are correctly seated on trim of light control unit.

If necessary, replace faulty retainers.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Retainers

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Replacement:

Release screws (1).

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

Fig 3: Identifying Light Control Unit, Trim, And Screws

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