61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove center console. See 51 16 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING STORAGE COMPARTMENT .

Release screws (1).

Remove controller (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Controller And Screws

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Installation:

Controller must be correctly seated in guide pins (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Guide Pins

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