61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller (from 10/2009)

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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 10/2009!

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

Before 10/2009: Controller (1) has buttons on bottom only.

After 10/2009 : 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 trim . See 51 16 160 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CENTER CONSOLE TRIM (GEAR SELECTOR SWITCH) .

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

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

Fig 2: Identifying Controller, Controller Holder And Catches

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

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/CODING .