61 31 052 Removing and installing/replacing center console switch cluster (without CCC/ASK)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Operator Unit For Heater/Air Conditioner

Replacement:

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unclip center console switch cluster (2) at retaining points (4).

Remove center console switch cluster (2) in direction of arrow from trim (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Retaining Points, Centre Console Switch Cluster And Trim

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