63 31 005 Removing and installing/replacing lighting plate (above inside rearview mirror)

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Special tools required:

00 9 340

Lever out lighting plate (1) with special tool 00 9 340 in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Lighting Plate

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Disconnect plug connections and remove lighting plate (1).

Installation:

Ensure correct cable routing.

Feed hook (1) of lighting plate (2) into guide (3).

Fig 2: Installing Lighting Plate

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Replacement:

Loosen screws (1).

Fig 3: Removing Microphone For Hands-Free System

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Lift off plate (2).

Remove microphone for hands-free system (3).