61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller

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

NOTE: These repair instructions describe the removal and installation (replacement) of controller (1)!

Fig 1: Identifying Number Of Buttons And Shape Of Controller

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove center console . See 51 16 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING STORAGE COMPARTMENT .

Controller 1

If necessary, disconnect plug connections.

Release screws (1).

Remove controller (2) in direction of arrow from storage compartment (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Controller, Storage Compartment And Screws

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Controller 2

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 3: Identifying Controller, Controller Holder And Catches

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Replacement:

Carry out vehicle programming/coding.