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61 35 950 Removing and installing (replacing) control unit for comfort access system

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .
NOTE: The comfort access system is a radio-based system and can be interfered with by radio waves from other systems (e.g. mobile phone).

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Unclip pin (1) from shock absorber (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Pin From Shock Absorber
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Open rotary clips (1) and remove.

Remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Cover
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Release screws (1).

Pull fuse holder (2) back slightly.

Fig 3: Pulling Fuse Holder
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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock catch (2) in direction of arrow and remove control unit for comfort access system (3) from device carrier (4).

Installation: 

Make sure control unit (3) is correctly seated in device carrier (4).

Fig 4: Removing Control Unit For Comfort Access System From Device Carrier
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Replacement: 

Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .