61 31 133 Removing and installing/replacing AV connection socket

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove gearshift lever cover/selector lever cover. See REPLACING SHIFT LEVER COVER (manual transmission) or REPLACING GAITER (SELECTOR LEVER COVER) FOR GEARSHIFT BRACKET (automatic transmission).

With controller version only: 

• Remove FRONT CUP HOLDER

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock connecting socket AV (2) and press in direction of arrow.

Installation note: 

Make sure connecting socket AV (2) is seated correctly.

Fig 1: Removing AV Connection Socket

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