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Originally Posted by ToyMaker_GR

Well, the BMW service told me the whole control unit needs to be replaced.

This thing costs 500+ euros if new (I live in Greece)...

I just purchased a used part from eBay, and will try to place it myself when it arrives, it shouldn't be that hard, it just has a screw on top and two connectors at the back as far as I can tell by the blueprints (I bet BMW would charge me 100+ euros just for the placement)...

I hope Paul this is not the case for you and the thing is not broken like mine.

Best bet is to remove the Radio and Vents above radio, then remove panel below climate control. From there you should be able to easily remove it. If I remember there are clips on the left and right side of the unit in addition to the 2 screws, so becareful and do not break them (you'll see what I mean when you get the replacement unit and see it)

Chris