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61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller (from 09/2008)

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Before dismantling 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.

Fig 1: Identifying Number Of Buttons And Shape Of Controller
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NOTE: These repair instructions describe the removal and installation (replacement) of controller (2)!
IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! The button for the controller must not be removed!

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

Carefully raise catches (1) on controller holder (3) and remove controller (2) towards top.

Installation note:  Make sure controller (2) is correctly engaged in controller holder (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Controller, Controller Holder And Catches
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Replacement: Carry out vehicle programming/encoding.