61 35 900 Removing and installing/replacing ring antenna of electronic immobilizer: Notes

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Unscrew screw.

Fig 1: Unscrewing Screw

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Press upper section of steering column trim inwards on both sides in areas shown, detach lower section from below and allow it to hang down.

Fig 2: Pressing Upper Section Of Steering Column Trim Inwards On Both Sides

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