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12 90... Removing and installing/replacing electronics box

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection)  . See 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (arrows) behind sound insulation.

Disconnect wiring harness on engine compartment side on right.

Remove electronics box.

Fig 1: Locating Wiring Harness
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Installation: 

Make sure gasket (1) is correctly seated on electronics box.

Read fault memory.

Fig 2: Identifying Gasket
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