Removing and installing (replacing) Touchbox controller control unit (X5 M)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove COMPLETE CENTER CONSOLE .

Version with air duct: 

Loosen the screws (1).

Remove Touchbox (2).

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Version without air duct: 

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release latch mechanisms at marked points.

Remove Touchbox (2).

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Replacement: 

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND ENCODING .