61 35 285 Removing and installing (replacing) light module

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic discharge ( ESD protection ).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim panel for pedal assembly. See 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR PEDALS .

Unlock catch (1) and feed out/remove light module (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Make sure light module (2) is correctly seated in mounting (3) and catch (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Light Module, Mounting And Catch

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If necessary, unlock catch (1) and remove cover (2) from light module (3).

Installation:

Make sure cover (2) is correctly seated on light module (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Cover, Light Module And Catch

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Carry out programming/coding.