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How to Remove the Headlight Switch Knob of a BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E92, E90, E91 - Years: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Push button

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How to remove the headlight switch knob of a BMW 3 Series? Let's carefully see in this video how to properly disassemble the part. Remove the plastic cover from the left air vent, detach it from the dashboard, then use a lever to remove the light knob and pull the piece out from the dashboard.

Disconnect the power connector. Once the piece is removed, install a new one or repair the light knob and reassemble the same one. Finally, proceed in reverse for the assembly operations.

First, install the light knob and then the air vent.


Updated on 13 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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How to Remove the Toll Tag Holder from the Car Windscreen

The toll tag holder is usually attached to the car windscreen to ensure that the toll tag functions immediately when passing through barriers. However, if you decide to remove the holder, you should follow this procedure: - Insert the toll tag into the holder; - Pull the holder inwards to detach it from the windscreen; you can use a glass scraper or a stiff plastic card to assist you; After removing the holder, it is essential to remove the adhesive from the windscreen. To remove the adhesive, we recommend using a solvent-based spray that will remove the glue without clouding the area.

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