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Special tools required:

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Unclip trim for storage tray (1) sideways and lift.

Fig 1: Unclipping Storage Tray Trim
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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip switch for SMG transmission (2) in direction of arrow from trim for storage tray (3) and remove.

Fig 2: Identifying Direction Of Unclipping Switch For SMG Transmission From Storage Tray Trim
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Unclip trim for storage tray (1) with special tool 64 1 020 and raise in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Unclipping Storage Tray Trim With Special Tool 64 1 020
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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unclip switch for SMG transmission (2) in direction of arrow from trim for storage tray (3) and remove.

Fig 4: Identifying Direction Of Unclipping SMG Transmission Switch From Storage Tray Trim
G03125177Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.