BMW 5 SERIES F10 F11 2010 FRONT SEAT CONTROL SWITCH LEFT SIDE 6958525

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Genuine used BMW 5 Series F10 / F11 front left electric seat adjustment control switch, part number 6958525 / 61316958525, removed from a 2010 BMW 5 Series.

This factory BMW switch is mounted to the front seat and allows the occupant to operate the applicable electric seat adjustment functions.

Short Part Number: 6958525

BMW OE Number: 61316958525

BMW OE Format: 61 31 6 958 525

Previous OE Number: 61316926961 / 6926961

Part Type: Electric Seat Adjustment Control Switch

Position: Front Left Seat

UK Vehicle Side: N/S – Passenger Side on RHD vehicles

Donor Vehicle: BMW 5 Series

Donor Year: 2010

Manufacturer: BMW

Condition: Genuine used OEM part

Compatibility

Suitable for selected:

* BMW 5 Series F10 Saloon

* BMW 5 Series F11 Touring

* BMW 5 Series F07 Gran Turismo

* BMW 5 Series E60

* BMW 5 Series E61 Touring

* BMW X5 E70

* BMW X6 E71

* Other BMW applications using exactly 61316958525 / 6958525

For the F10/F11 generation, this switch is used on selected vehicles equipped with the corresponding electrically adjustable front seat system.

Compatibility is determined by the seat specification and OE number, rather than engine size.

2010 BMW 5 Series Application

This genuine BMW switch is suitable for selected early BMW F10/F11 5 Series vehicles, including 2010 production applications where the corresponding electric seat configuration is fitted.

The switch is not engine-specific and may therefore be found on various petrol and diesel F10/F11 models.

Always confirm the original switch number and seat equipment before ordering.

OE Number Information

The number commonly printed on the component is:

6958525

The complete BMW OE number is:

61316958525

or:

61 31 6 958 525

BMW also lists an earlier reference:

61316926961 / 6926961

which was replaced by 61316958525.

Left / Right Information

This component is the:

LEFT FRONT SEAT ADJUSTMENT SWITCH

BMW’s corresponding right-side switch is:

61316958526

→ Right Seat Adjustment Switch

61316958525

→ Left Seat Adjustment Switch

For a UK right-hand-drive F10/F11:

Left / N/S = Passenger Side

Right / O/S = Driver’s Side

The switch itself is documented for both left-hand-drive and right-hand-drive vehicle applications, so matching the actual seat position and OE number is important.

Electric Seat Specification

BMW catalogue information associates 61316958525 with selected electric seat configurations, including vehicles equipped with:

S459A – Electric Seat Adjustment With Memory

The exact functions available depend on the seat installed in the vehicle.

BMW F10/F11 models were available with several different seat specifications, so not every electric seat uses exactly the same complete switch arrangement.

Technical Information

The switch forms part of the vehicle’s electric front-seat adjustment system.

Depending on the seat specification, operation can include adjustment of functions such as:

* Seat forward movement

* Seat backward movement

* Seat height

* Seat angle/tilt

* Backrest angle

Additional functions such as lumbar support or comfort-seat adjustments may use separate controls depending on the vehicle specification.

The switch converts the occupant’s control input into an electrical request for the applicable seat adjustment system.

Associated Switch Controls

BMW catalogue information identifies separate control pieces used with 61316958525, including:

61316958527

→ Left vertical seat adjustment control

61316958529

→ Left backrest adjustment control

These are associated control pieces and should not be confused with the complete 61316958525 switch assembly.

Please check the photographs to determine exactly which buttons/control pieces are included with this used unit.

Common Symptoms of a Faulty Seat Switch

Possible symptoms include:

* Seat does not move forward or backward

* Seat height adjustment not responding

* Backrest adjustment not working

* Adjustment works intermittently

* Switch only operates in one direction

* Control lever feels loose

* Broken switch button

* Internal electrical contact failure

* Seat works using some controls but not others

* Physical damage to switch housing

* Original switch missing following seat replacement

Individual symptoms depend on the vehicle’s seat specification.

Important Diagnostic Information

A seat that does not move is not automatically caused by the switch.

Before replacing the switch, check:

* Seat fuse

* Power supply

* Ground/earth

* Seat wiring loom

* Electrical connectors

* Connector pins

* Seat adjustment motors

* Seat control module

* Seat mechanism

* Memory-seat electronics where fitted

* Diagnostic fault codes

If only one adjustment direction has failed, check both the corresponding switch input and the associated seat motor/mechanism.

Seat Control Module Information

Do not confuse this component with the electronic seat control module / ECU.

6958525 / 61316958525 is the physical seat adjustment switch operated by the occupant.

The seat control module is a separate electronic component on applicable vehicles.

This distinction is useful when diagnosing electric-seat faults.

Connector Inspection

Before fitting, inspect the electrical connection for:

* Bent pins

* Corrosion

* Moisture

* Damaged terminals

* Broken connector locking tabs

* Damaged wiring

Also compare the connector shape and pin arrangement directly with the original switch.

Installation

Before installation:

* Compare 6958525 / 61316958525 with the original

* Confirm front left seat application

* Compare electrical connector

* Compare switch housing

* Compare mounting points

* Compare control/button arrangement

* Check seat specification

Care should be taken when removing the seat side trim because plastic retaining points can become brittle with age.

After installation, test every applicable seat adjustment function.

Programming / Coding

The physical 61316958525 seat adjustment switch itself does not normally require individual programming when replaced with the correct matching component.

However, if seat functions remain inoperative after replacement, the vehicle should be diagnostically checked for:

* Seat module faults

* Wiring faults

* Motor faults

* Power supply faults

* Vehicle configuration issues

Do not replace additional electronic modules without diagnosis.

Important Compatibility Note

Please compare before ordering:

* 6958525

* 61316958525

* Complete BMW OE number

* Left seat position

* Electrical connector

* Connector pin arrangement

* Switch housing

* Control/button arrangement

* Mounting points

* Electric seat specification

* Memory-seat specification

* Vehicle production date

Do not purchase solely because the vehicle is a BMW F10 or F11.

Different seat specifications can use different controls and associated components.

Matching 61316958525 / 6958525 directly with the original switch is strongly recommended.

Condition

Genuine BMW used front seat adjustment switch.

Removed from a 2010 BMW 5 Series.

As a used interior electrical component, normal signs of previous use may include:

* Surface marks

* Light scratches

* Dust

* Button wear

* General cosmetic wear

* Installation/removal marks

Please inspect all listing photographs carefully, particularly the:

* Control buttons

* Switch housing

* Electrical connector

* Connector pins

* Mounting points

* BMW identification markings

* Part number

Only the switch and components clearly shown in the listing photographs are included.

Seat trim, wiring, control module, motors and additional switches are included only where clearly pictured.

Any identifying colour/security markings applied to the part must remain intact in the event of a return.

Ideal genuine replacement for a faulty, intermittent, broken or damaged BMW 5 Series F10 / F11 front left electric seat adjustment switch, provided 6958525 / 61316958525 matches the original component and seat specification.