61 31 220 Removing and installing/replacing multifunction steering wheel switch (from 03/2007)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove airbag unit . See STEERING WHEEL FOR AIRBAG .

Release screws (1).

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Remove retaining plate (3) from steering wheel.

Installation:

Make sure electrical leads are correctly routed.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Retaining Plate And Screws

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NOTE: Illustrations depict removal of the left multifunction steering wheel switch. The right multifunction steering wheel switch is removed in the same way.

Release screws (1).

Unclip multifunction steering wheel switch (2) at point (3).

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove multifunction steering wheel switch (2).

Installation:

Make sure guide pins (4) are correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Guide Pins, Steering Wheel Switch And Screws

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Installation:

Observe the following work steps to adjust the correct gap dimensions between decorative strips and airbag unit.

Fit airbag unit (1) on steering wheel retaining plate (2)
Align switches (3)
Tighten screws (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Airbag Unit, Wheel Retaining Plate And Switches
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