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Start System Button (E378)







Start System Button (E378)

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Trim Removal Wedge (VAS 3409)

When removing and installing components in visible area (switches, covers, trim, etc.), cover by taping the areas at which a prying tool ( (VAS 3409) , screwdriver) will be positioned using commercially available adhesive tape.

Removing

- Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

- Remove the upper section of the center console.

- Release both tabs - arrows - and push the start system button - 1 - toward the outside through the cover.






- Disconnect the connector - 1 - and remove the start system button - 2 -.






Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal. Note the following:

Make sure the start system button fits securely inside the center console when installing it.