61 31 192 Replacing button for controller (without M-models, until 10/2009)

Special tools required:

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Before dismantling the button 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 .

Fig 1: Identifying Number Of Buttons And Shape Of Controller

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Button may be removed from controller (1) only!

NOTE: These repair instructions describe the removal of the button from controller (1)!

Pry off button for controller (1) with special tool 00 9 323 and 00 9 317 in direction of arrow and remove.

Fig 2: Removing Controller Button

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Fit button for controller only when controller is installed.

Installation note:

Fit button for controller (1) so that guides (2) are seated in recesses (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Controller Button Guides And Recesses

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