Section 3473 (General Electrical System - Repair)
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- Troubleshooting
- 61 00... Battery
- 61 20... Battery replacement information
- 61 20 908 Carrying out battery "power reset"
- 61 00... Diagnosis for Condition Based Service
- 61 25 900 Disconnect high-voltage system from power
- 61 12... Information on intelligent battery sensor (IBS)
- 61 00... Notes for disconnecting and connecting battery
- 61 25... Notes on charging the 12 V battery/high-voltage battery in booth vehicles (new and used cars)
- 61 00... Notes on earth bonding screw connections
- 61 00... Notes on handling optical fibres
- 61 00... Notes on handling the high pressure cleaner
- 61 25... Notes on handling the high-voltage battery unit in the workshop
- 61 00... Notes on handling wiring harnesses and cables
- 12 00... Notes/information on start assistance (jump starting)
- 61 13... Opening plug housings and removing contacts of different plug systems
- 61 00 730 Program/encode the control unit(s)
- 61 00 710 Program/encode the control unit(s)
- 61 00 720 Program/encode the control unit(s)
- 61 00... Program/encode the control unit(s)
- 61 00... Repairing airbag cables
- 00 Safety information for working on vehicles with automatic engine start-stop function (MSA)
- 61 00... Safety information on handling hybrid cars
- 61 00... Safety instructions for handling vehicle battery
- 61 13... Treating cables and optical fibres
- 61 13... Unlocking and disconnecting different plug connections
- 61 13... Unlocking and disconnecting various plug connections in hybrid vehicles
- Wiring Harness, Repair Cable
- 61 11... Installing repair cable for left Side View camera
- 61 11... Installing repair cable for reversing camera
- 61 11... Installing repair cable for right Side View camera
- 61 11... Installing the repair cable for EME positive battery cable
- 61 00... Notes on handling wiring harnesses and cables
- 61 13... Special tools for wiring harness repairs
- Auxiliary Cable, Repair Cable
- 61 12... Information on intelligent battery sensor (IBS)
- 61 11... Installing repair cable for left Side View camera
- 61 11... Installing repair cable for reversing camera
- 61 11... Installing repair cable for right Side View camera
- 61 11... Installing the repair cable for EME positive battery cable
- 61 13... Opening plug housings and removing contacts of different plug systems
- 61 12 013 Replace battery earth lead
- 61 12 013 Replacing battery negative lead
- 61 12 002 Replacing positive battery cable (from battery to luggage compartment cable connector)
- 61 12 062 Replacing wiring harness for front bumper
- 61 12 200 Replacing wiring harness in left or right front door
- 61 13... Unlocking and disconnecting different plug connections
- Plug Connection, Terminal, Power Distribution Box
- 61 13... Opening plug housings and removing contacts of different plug systems
- Notes
- 61 13... Circular connector, 13-pin, system D2.5
- 61 13... Circular connector, 20-pin, system D2.5
- 61 13... Circular connector, 7-pin, 8-pin, system D2.5
- 61 13... Circular plugs, 4-, 7-, 10- 12-, 25-pin, System D1.5/D2.5
- 61 13... Connector housing, LCC contact (load current contact)
- 61 13... Control unit plugs, 25-, 35-, 55-, 83-, 88-pin
- 61 13... In-line connectors, 30-pin, Hybrid System MQS/MPQ
- 61 13... In-line connectors, 30-pin, System D2.5
- 61 13... In-line plugs, 2- pin, System JPT ELA
- 61 13... In-line plugs, 2- pin, System MDK 3 plus 2.8
- 61 13... In-line plugs, 20- pin, System D2.5
- 61 13... In-line plugs, 24- pin, Hybrid System MQS/MPQ
- 61 13... In-line plugs, 4- pin, System DFK ELA
- 61 13... In-line plugs, 6- to 50-pin, System Elo
- 61 13... Inline connectors, 15-pin, System D2.5
- 61 13... Inline connectors, 6-, 8-pin, System MQS
- 61 13... Inline plugs, 2-pin, System MPQ 2.8
- 61 13... Inline plugs, 3-, 6- pin, System Elo-Power 2.8
- 61 13... Inline plugs, 4-, 10- pin, System Elo
- 61 13... Inline plugs, 8-, 12- pin, System D2.5
- 61 13... Butt connector for repairing a plug connection
- 61 13... Crimping Micro Power Quadlock contacts (MPQ)
- 61 13... Crimping Micro Quadlock System contacts (MQS)
- 61 13... Crimping annular contacts
- 61 13... Crimping optical fibres
- 61 13... Crimping end wires
- 61 13... Crimping stop parts
- 61 13... Cutting off, stripping insulation and cutting optical fibres to length
- 61 13... Cutting to length and stripping insulation from cables
- 61 13... Installing comb connector for retrofitting/repairs
- 61 00... Notes on handling optical fibres
- 61 00... Notes on handling wiring harnesses and cables
- 61 42 010 Removing and installing (replacing) battery charging module (complete with holder)
- 61 13 250 Removing and installing (replacing) dividing element for integral active steering
- 61 42 050 Removing and installing (replacing) voltage transformer
- 61 31 137 Removing and installing/renewing USB interface connecting socket
- 61 13 050 Removing and installing/replacing power distribution box in passenger compartment
- 61 00... Repairing airbag cables
- 61 13 042 Replacing power distribution box (luggage compartment) (Hybrid)
- 61 13 042 Replacing power distribution box (luggage compartment)
- 61 13... Special tools for wiring harness repairs
- 61 13... Treating cables and optical fibres
- 61 13... Unlocking and disconnecting different plug connections
- 61 13... Unlocking and disconnecting various plug connections in hybrid vehicles
- 61 13... Opening plug housings and removing contacts of different plug systems
- Distribution Box, Power Support Points
- Battery
- 61 00... Battery
- 61 20... Battery charge
- 61 20... Battery replacement information
- 61 20 908 Carrying out battery "power reset"
- 61 20 900 Disconnecting and connecting battery earth lead
- 61 20... Disconnecting and connecting battery earth lead (auxiliary battery)
- 61 20 900 Disconnecting and connecting battery negative lead
- 61 20... Disconnecting and connecting both battery earth leads (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle)
- 61 20... Information on AGM battery
- 61 12... Information on intelligent battery sensor (IBS)
- 61 00... Notes for disconnecting and connecting battery
- 61 25... Notes on charging the 12 V battery/high-voltage battery in booth vehicles (new and used cars)
- 61 25... Notes on handling the high-voltage battery unit in the workshop
- 12 00... Notes/information on start assistance (jump starting)
- 61 00... Safety information on handling hybrid cars
- 61 00... Safety instructions for handling vehicle battery
- 61 20 005 Testing battery with battery tester
- 61 20 503 Vehicle battery - closed-circuit current monitoring
- 61 21 028 Charge battery
- 61 21 010 Remove and install or replace battery
- 61 21 010 Remove and install or replace battery (Hybrid)
- 61 21 008 Removing and installing (replacing) battery (auxiliary battery)
- 61 42 010 Removing and installing (replacing) battery charging module (complete with holder)
- 61 13 250 Removing and installing (replacing) dividing element for integral active steering
- 61 42 050 Removing and installing (replacing) voltage transformer
- 61 14... Removing and installing/renewing reverse polarity protection
- High-Voltage Storage System
- 61 25... Assessing the transport capability of high-voltage battery units in service workshops
- 61 25 900 Disconnect high-voltage system from power
- 61 25... Notes on charging the 12 V battery/high-voltage battery in booth vehicles (new and used cars)
- 61 25... Notes on handling the high-voltage battery unit in the workshop
- 61 25 010 Removing and installing (replacing) high-voltage battery unit
- 61 00... Safety information on handling hybrid cars
- 61 13... Unlocking and disconnecting various plug connections in hybrid vehicles
- 61 25... Visual check of the high-voltage battery unit following an accident
- High-Voltage Battery Unit Individual Component
- Switch
- 61 31 996 Carrying out steering angle sensor adjustment
- 51 41... Punching in the contour for the seat memory switch in the front door trim panel (door trim panel removed)
- 61 31... Remount operating unit for additional seat function (clipped version)
- 61 31... Remount operating unit of the additional seat function (screwed version)
- 61 31... Remounting the additional seat function operating unit (memory button)
- 61 31 357 Removing and installing (renewing) gear selector switch (M5 with twin-clutch gearbox)
- 61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller
- 61 31 122 Removing and installing/replacing tow hitch switch
- 61 31 041 Removing and installing operating element for assist system
- 61 31 174 Removing and installing operating unit for additional seat functions
- 61 31 334 Removing and installing or replacing grip cover for gear selector switch
- 61 31 321 Removing and installing radio and A/C control panel
- 61 31 008 Removing and installing steering column switch cluster (SZL)
- 61 31 233 Removing and installing/renewing Lane Departure Warning engine electrical system (TLC actuator)
- 61 31 137 Removing and installing/renewing USB interface connecting socket
- 61 31 062 Removing and installing/renewing button for steering wheel heating
- 61 31 197 Removing and installing/renewing center console operating facility
- 61 31 035 Removing and installing/renewing steering column adjustment switch
- 61 31 231 Removing and installing/renewing steering wheel module control unit
- 61 31 014 Removing and installing/replacing Start/Stop switch
- 61 31 134 Removing and installing/replacing USB audio interface connecting socket
- 61 31 221 Removing and installing/replacing both multifunction steering wheel switches
- 61 31 221 Removing and installing/replacing both multifunction steering wheel switches (M sports steering wheel)
- 61 31 197 Removing and installing/replacing center console operating unit (manual transmission)
- 61 31 299 Removing and installing/replacing clutch switch module
- 61 31 021 Removing and installing/replacing emergency starting coil
- 61 31 233 Removing and installing/replacing engine electrical system for lane departure warning (M sports steering wheel)
- 61 31 338 Removing and installing/replacing grip cover for gear selector switch (ceramic application, operating elements)
- 61 31 334 Removing and installing/replacing grip trim for gear selector switch
- 61 31 066 Removing and installing/replacing hotel setting switch
- 61 31 037 Removing and installing/replacing light operating facility
- 61 31 117 Removing and installing/replacing power window switch (driver's side)
- 61 31 043 Removing and installing/replacing roof switch cluster (complete with cover) (roof function center)
- 61 31 231 Removing and installing/replacing steering wheel module (M sports steering wheel)
- 61 31 084 Removing and installing/replacing switch for automatic tailgate activation
- 61 31 172 Removing and installing/replacing switch for electromechanical parking brake
- 61 31 208 Removing and installing/replacing switch for front lumbar support
- 61 31 038 Removing and installing/replacing switch for front passenger airbag deactivation
- 61 31 079 Removing and installing/replacing switch for hazard warning flashers/central locking
- 61 31 091 Removing and installing/replacing switch for left or right seat-heating (rear)
- 61 31 083 Removing and installing/replacing switch for unlocking tailgate
- 61 31 342 Removing and installing/replacing the gear selector switch (GWS)
- 61 31 132 Removing and installing/replacing the shift paddles for the transmission (M sports steering wheel)
- 61 31 336 Removing and installing/replacing trim for gear selector switch
- 61 31 197 Removing/installing (replacing) center console control panel (M5 with twin-clutch gearbox)
- 61 31 198 Replace controller chrome ring
- 61 31 339 Replace the handle cover for the gear selector switch (Sport)
- 61 31 823 Replacing audio unit
- 61 31 310 Replacing brake light switch
- 61 31 704 Replacing center console operating facility (from 07/2012)
- 61 31 382 Replacing coolant level switch (N20, N63, S63, N52, N57)
- 61 31 382 Replacing coolant level switch (N55)
- 61 31 118 Replacing front passenger power window switch
- 32 41 285 Replacing level switch for Dynamic Drive fluid reservoir
- 61 31 492 Replacing level switch for windscreen washer system
- 61 31 539 Replacing operating element for driver assistance system
- 61 31 203 Replacing operating unit for seat adjustment (Memory seat)
- 61 31 204 Replacing operating unit for seat adjustment (Basic seat)
- 61 31 116 Replacing rocker switch for side window operation (rear)
- 61 31 544 Replacing roof switch cluster (roof function center)
- 61 31 255 Replacing switch for exterior mirror
- Fanfare, Horn
- 12 V Power Socket, Cigarette Lighter
- Control Units, Modules, Sensors, Aerials
- 61 35 679 Initialize the rain-light-solar-condensation sensor
- 61 35 679 Initializing rain/light (solar) sensor
- 61 35... Notes on ESD protection (Electro Static Discharge)
- 61 35... Overview, rain sensor (additional work when replacing the windscreen/sensor replacement)
- 61 00... Program/encode the control unit(s)
- 61 35 245 Removing and installing (replacing) Smart Opener bottom sensor line (noncontact rear lid opening)
- 61 35 240 Removing and installing (replacing) Smart Opener control unit (non-contact rear lid opening)
- 61 35 243 Removing and installing (replacing) Smart Opener top sensor line (non-contact rear lid opening)
- 61 35 015 Removing and installing (replacing) control unit for Car Access System
- 61 35 196 Removing and installing (replacing) control unit for automatic rear lid actuation
- 61 35 179 Removing and installing (replacing) rain/light/solar and condensation sensor (from 07/2012)
- 61 35 001 Removing and installing (replacing) trailer module
- 61 35 430 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for regulated rear axle differential lock (GHAS)
- 61 35 095 Removing and installing control unit/module for seat heating (rear seat)
- 61 35 107 Removing and installing or replacing junction box electronics
- 61 35 980 Removing and installing/renewing aerial for comfort access system on left or right
- 61 35 975 Removing and installing/replacing bumper aerial for comfort access system
- 61 35 132 Removing and installing/replacing central gateway module
- 66 53 170 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for Top-/Rear-/Side- View Camera
- 32 43 010 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for active front steering
- 61 35 360 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS)
- 71 60 100 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for trailer coupling release
- 61 35 080 Removing and installing/replacing control unit/module for left or right seat adjustment
- 61 35 115 Removing and installing/replacing footwell module
- 61 35 958 Removing and installing/replacing interior aerial for comfort access system on left or right (luggage compartment, side)
- 61 35 953 Removing and installing/replacing interior aerial/antenna for comfort access system (front center console)
- 61 35 954 Removing and installing/replacing interior antenna for comfort access system (rear center console)
- 61 35 965 Removing and installing/replacing storage shelf aerial for Comfort Access
- 71 60 700 Removing and installing/replacing trailer tow hitch control unit
- 32 43 521 Replace the Servotronic control unit
- 61 31 823 Replacing audio unit
- 32 31 599 Replacing control unit for electric steering column adjustment
- 61 35 688 Replacing solar rain/light sensor and condensation sensor
- Relay
- Voltage Transformer, Voltage Stabilization Unit (VSU)
- Windscreen Wipers
- 61 61 010 Checking contact angle of windscreen wiper arms on front windscreen
- 61 61... Checking contact angle of windscreen wiper on left or right
- 61 61 270 Removing and installing or replacing console for windscreen washer system complete with motor
- 61 61 100 Removing and installing/replacing both windscreen wiper arms
- 61 61 131 Replacing both wiper blades (Bosch AeroTwin)
- 61 61 021 Replacing left or right windscreen wiper blade
- Headlight Cleaning System, Washer Jets Night Vision
- 61 67 040 Adjusting washer jets for headlight cleaning system
- 61 67 102 Removing and installing/renewing right high-pressure nozzle of headlight cleaning system
- 61 67 100 Removing and installing/replacing left high-pressure nozzle of headlight cleaning system
- 61 67 200 Removing and installing/replacing washer jet for Night Vision camera
- 61 67 010 Removing and installing/replacing washer pump for headlight cleaning system
- Windscreen Washer System
- 61 71 004 Adjusting washer jets for windscreen washer system
- 61 71... Checking function of washer jets for windscreen washer system
- 61 71... Procedure for replacing high-pressure lines
- 61 71 030 Removing and installing/renewing all washer jets of windscreen washer system
- 61 71 100 Removing and installing/replacing windscreen washer pump
- 61 71 061 Replacing washer fluid reservoir for windscreen washer system