61 31 089 Removing and installing/replacing switch for tire pressure monitor (TPM)

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Release retaining clips for sleeve of parking brake lever (the left side is shown here, mirror image for the right side) and partially remove the sleeve to expose the rear side of the TPM switch.

Fig 1: Identifying Retaining Clips For Sleeve Of Parking Brake Lever

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Press TPM switch forwards to release it from rear center console.

Detach plug connector (1) from TPM switch.

Fig 2: Removing Plug Connector From TPM Switch

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