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61 31 261 Removing And Installing/Replacing Gear Selection Switch
2006 BMW 760LiSECTION 61 31 261 Removing And Installing/Replacing Gear Selection Switch
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove front section of steering column cover. Refer to 32 31 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT SECTION OF STEERING COLUMN COVER .
Release screws (1).
Remove gear selection switch (2) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Seat gear selector switch (2) with integrated pin housing (1) exactly in fixture for steering column control.
RENDER: 1.0x
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.