61 31 115 Replacing rocker switch for side-window operation

2001 BMW M5SECTION 61 31 115 Replacing rocker switch for side-window operation

Pass a feeler gauge at arrowed positions (1 to 4) between door trim panel and toggle switch and press down retaining clips.

Raise toggle switch at relevant position until retaining clip slides out of door trim panel.

Pull out toggle switch and disconnect plug connection.

Fig 1: Removing Toggle Switch
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