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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).
NOTE: Follow instructions for removing and installing CONTROL UNITS! 

Necessary preliminary work 

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 12 90 1AZ.

Unclip coolant lines at clamp (2) from electronics box.

Feed electronics box (3) out upward and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Electronics Box, Clamp And Screws
G06888949Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

When installing the electronics box, insert guide (1) on engine support.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Support Guide
G05777553Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.