April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

61 31 079 Replacing switch for hazard warning system/central locking

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 16 other vehicles, including the 2006 BMW 330Ci, 2005 BMW 330xi, 2005 BMW 330i, 2005 BMW 330Ci, and 2004 BMW 330xi. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with sequential M transmission only:

Remove storage compartment trim. See 61 31 055 Removing and installing/replacing switch for SMG transmission (program selector switch)

Version without sequential M transmission only:

Unclip gaiter (1) at side and force upwards over gear lever knob (2).

Fig 1: Unclipping Gaiter (Version With Sequential M Transmission Only)

G03125182

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

All:

Release screws (1).

Fold storage compartment floor (2) up at rear and place to one side.

Fig 2: Removing Storage Compartment Floor

G03125183

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Raise storage compartment (1) at front slightly.

Press side catches and press switch for hazard warning system/central locking from below out of storage compartment (1).

Fig 3: Raising Storage Compartment

G03125184

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug connection and remove switch for hazard warning system/central locking.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connection & Removing Switch For Hazard Warning System/Central Locking

G03125185

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.