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Satheesh.net

03-31-2008 12:52 PM

How to remove overhead panel plate for HomeLink installment? SOLVED w/Pictures!!

Hi guy's...
I couldn't find this when I searched, so here I go...

I bought the HomeLink module (for opening garageports) but don't know how to open the overhead panel plate for installment.

http://i18.ebayimg.com/02/i/000/e3/30/bc5f_1.JPG

Any ideas? Is there something to unscrew? :confused:

01 BMW_X5

03-31-2008 03:06 PM

Removing the overhead switch panel

Tools required:
Plastic prying tool or flat thin screwdriver.
T10 Screwdriver or T10 bit

Gently pry out the overhead interior light with a plastic prying tool or screwdriver(tip wrapped in tape).
Open back dropdown compartment.
You should now be able to see 4 silver torx #10 screws that are holding up the switch panel.
Remove the 4 screws.

White smaller connector should be inside opening.

I have pictures. PM me.

Keywords: overhead interior lights, sunroof motor, Homelink

Satheesh.net

03-31-2008 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 01 BMW_X5

I have pictures. PM me.

Keywords: overhead interior lights, sunroof motor, Homelink

Thank you! I would very much like to see the pictures... ;)

Satheesh.net

03-31-2008 03:45 PM

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Here's a few pictures I got from 01 BMW_X5 - Thank you!

Satheesh.net

04-01-2008 09:21 AM

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Just insert a small flat screwdriver there and very easily, you can pop out the lighting section.

One more picture:

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