61 31 132 Removing and installing/replacing the shift paddles for the transmission (M sports steering wheel) (2' Series coupe and convertible, 2017-2021)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1) on steering wheel.

Release screw (2) on rear side of steering wheel.

Remove design cover.

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NOTE: Steering wheel is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Release the screws (1) and feed out the wiring harness (2).

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NOTE: Steering wheel is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Pull the steering wheel module (2) out of the steering wheel.

Release the plug connections (1, 3) from the steering wheel and disconnect.

Installation note:

Make sure electrical wiring is correctly routed.

Make sure the plug connections (1, 3) are correctly seated.

Ensure that the steering wheel module (2) is correctly seated.

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NOTE: Steering wheel is shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Feed out the cable though the steering wheel spokes (1) and take off the shift paddles.

Installation note:

Make sure electrical wiring is correctly routed.

Ensure that the shift paddles are correctly seated.

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