61 31 342 Removing And Installing/Replacing Gear Selector Switch

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IMPORTANT:

Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead
Remove TRIM FOR STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (3) and lay emergence release mechanism to one side. Tightening torque: 61 31 7AZ . See SWITCH for specs.

Release screws (2). Tightening torque: 61 31 6AZ . See SWITCH for specs.

Remove gear selector switch (4) from centre console (5).

Installation:

Align gear selector switch (4) centrally.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Screw

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Replacement:

Modify spacer bolt.

Carry out vehicle PROGRAMMING/ CODING .