61 35 115 Removing and installing/replacing footwell module

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Clamp off BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
• Only disconnect E72:  both battery earth cables.
• Remove FOOTWELL SIDE TRIM PANEL ON A-PILLAR, LEFT .

Fold back carpet (1) in area of A-pillar a little.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Release plastic nuts (3).

Pull footwell module (4) forwards a little.

Disconnect plug connection (5).

Fig 1: Identifying Footwell Module, Plug Connection, A-Pillar Carpet And Plastic Nuts

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .