Removing and fitting rear heated screen switch

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ssukisue
Joined: Thu 21 Feb, 2013 00:48
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  Z3 roadster 1.9

Removing and fitting rear heated screen switch

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How do I remove the LED alarm and rear screen heater switch out please?
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Robert T
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Joined: Mon 12 Jun, 2006 10:35
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  Z3 roadster 1.9
Location: Cheshire

Re: Removing and fitting rear heated screen switch

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Hi Susan. You wouldn't be the same Susan that I've just answered on Facebook, would you?

Quick answer for the forum anyway. The rear switch tray is in two parts, with the piece you see on top and a rectangular piece below the console which clips to it, holding it in place. To get it apart it is usually easiest to take out the rear screws from either side of the centre trim, lift it slightly and then slide a hand under. If you need more room, then remove the screw under the ashtray as well.

Cheers R.
Arctic Silver '99 Z3 1.9 & Black '59 Frogeye 1275cc
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siwilson
Joined: Fri 19 Jun, 2009 09:54
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  M roadster S54
Location: Horley

Re: Removing and fitting rear heated screen switch

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We should also point out that it is a right PIA to get back together. It also has sharp edges so watch out!

The two parts clip to together with the rear metal panel latching on some lugs on the front plastic facia. This is quite a tight fit so you need to put pressure in the right place to get it to 'click'. I found the best way to get the two piece to click back together was to use a pair of good old water pump pliers like these.
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They are narrow enough for the bottom jaw to go through the switch opening and 'pinch' the two piece together. Just remember to protect the plastic faces with a piece of cardboard or similar.
2001 M roadster S54 Laguna Seca Blue
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