61 31 192 Replacing knob for controller (until 09/2008)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 550i, 2009 BMW 550i, and 2008 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Before dismantling the button it is imperative to note whether the controller is installed with a version before or after 09/2008!

NOTE: The number of buttons and shape of controller can vary depending on vehicle type.

Before 09/2008: Controller (1) has buttons on bottom only.

After 09/2008 : Controller (2) has buttons top and bottom.

Button may be removed from controller (1) only!

NOTE: These repair instructions describe the removal of the button from controller (1)!

Fig 1: Identifying Number Of Buttons And Shape Of Controller

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Detach knob for controller (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Identifying Controller

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Installation:

Fit knob for controller (1) so that guides (2) are seated in mountings (3).

Press knob for controller (1) in middle until it engages.

Fig 3: Identifying Controller, Guides And Mountings

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