BMW 7 Series: Replacing Roof Switch Cluster (Roof Function Center)

IMPORTANT: Only new parts may be used for replacement (repair kit)*.

*Sourcing reference: BMW Parts Catalogue

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION).

Necessary preliminary work

• Remove ROOF SWITCH CLUSTER

Secure switch unit (1) to cover (2).

Fig. 262: Identifying Switch Unit On Cover

Clip light unit (1) into cover (2).

Fig. 263: Identifying Light Unit With Cover

Insert retaining lugs on switching mat (1) correctly into designated guides on board (2).

Connect USIS sensor plug connections (3) to board (2).

NOTE: USIS sensors (3) are used only when anti-theft alarm system is fitted.

Fig. 264: Identifying Switching Mat, USIS Sensor Plug Connections And Board

Insert USIS sensors (1) in direction of arrow into frame (2).

NOTE: USIS sensors (1) are used only when anti-theft alarm system is fitted.

Fig. 265: Inserting USIS Sensors Into Frame

Clip frame (1) into cover (2).

Fig. 266: Identifying Frame With Cover

Turn board (1) over in direction of arrow and connect plug connection (2) to board (1).

Fig. 267: Turning Board

Version from 08/2009

Rotate PCB (1) in direction of arrow.

Wind cable (2) in direction of arrow and connect with PCB (1).

Fig. 268: Rotating PCB

Clip board (1) onto frame (2).

Installation note

Make sure guide (3) is correctly seated in frame (2).

Fig. 269: Identifying Board On Frame And Guide

Installation note

If anti-theft alarm system is fitted, make sure USIS sensor lead (1) is correctly seated in retaining tabs (2) on frame (3).

Fig. 270: Identifying USIS Sensor Lead And Retaining Tabs On Frame

Clip light pressed screen (1) into light unit (2).

Installation note: Make sure pin (3) is correctly seated on board (4).

Fig. 271: Identifying Light Pressed Screen On Light Unit And Pins On Board

Install bulbs (1) in light pressed screen (2).

Installation note: Note BULB TYPE.

Fig. 272: Identifying Bulbs On Light Pressed Screen

Screw down base (1) to roof switch cluster (2).

Fig. 273: Identifying Roof Switch Cluster With Base

• Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING

REPLACING SWITCH COMBINATION FOR SEAT ADJUSTMENT (COMFORT SEAT IN REAR COMPARTMENT)

Notes

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION).

Carefully lever out cover (1) with special tool 00 9 317 and release screws underneath.

Fig. 274: Removing Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

Carefully raise center armrest decorative trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Lift switch combination for seat adjustment (2) in direction of arrow out of side guide (3) and feed out.

Disconnect plug connection behind.

Fig. 275: Lifting Switch Combination For Seat Adjustment Out Of Side Guide

Installation

Make sure switch combination for seat adjustment (2) is correctly seated in side guide (3).

REPLACING SWITCH FOR EXTERIOR MIRROR

Operation is described in:

Removing POWER WINDOW SWITCH (DRIVER'S SIDE)

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