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Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Controller




61 31 195 - Removing and installing (replacing) front controller





Special tools required:





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove knob for controller [1][2]61 31 192 Replacing Knob For Controller (Until 09/2008)





Important!
Risk of damage!
Install knob for controller only when controller is installed.





Lever gaiter (1) out of centre console with special tool 00 9 317 and slide upwards.





Press cable retaining plate (1) downwards to gain access to controller from below.





Important!
Sharp edges on centre console and on cable ties may cause injury.
Carry out this operation with care.

Insert hand between cable retaining plate (3) and centre console (2).
Press controller (1) upwards out of catch.
Disconnect associated plug connection and remove controller (1).





Release screws (1) and remove controller (2) from trim (3).





Installation:
Retainers (1) of controller (2) must not be damaged or missing.





Replacement:
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