61 35... Removing and installing/replacing the external reader (Car Sharing Module)

NOTE: Use the ignition key for service-relevant journeys with a car sharing vehicle. Do not book journeys. The external reader is located on the windscreen in the bottom left corner in the direction of travel.

Removing the external reader:

Pull off external reader (1) from base (2) in upward direction.

REMOVING A-PILLAR TRIM PANEL ON DRIVER'S SIDE

Fig 1: Pulling External Reader From Base

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Disconnect plug connection (1). Remove external reader (2).

Fig 2: Identifying External Reader And Plug Connection

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Installing external reader after windscreen replacement:

Installation note:

Fig 3: Identifying External Reader, Template And Base

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The following parts are required in the case of windscreen replacement:

Template for printing out
Base (can be obtained through BMW Parts Department)
Label without operator logo (can be obtained through BMW Parts Department) or label with operator logo (source: operator or contact the phone number on the label or Technical Support)

If a label with operator logo was installed, the new label must also have the operator logo.

Cut out template (1) and place from outside on the driver's side at the black edge of the new windscreen (2) as shown (do not position at the cowl panel.).

Secure template (1) on windscreen, e.g. with adhesive tape.

Installation note:

The adhesive area on the inside of the new windscreen must be free of dust and grease.

The label (grey circle in the graphic) must be stuck onto the new windscreen so that the small circles (3) are level with the dashed line of the template.

Fig 4: Placing Longitudinal Edge Of Upper Protective Film At Continuous Line

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Place longitudinal edge of the upper protective film (4) at the continuous line (1).

Pull off lower protective film (2). Stick bottom part of the label from inside onto the new windscreen so that there are no bubbles.

Pull off upper protective film (4) and stick on label without bubbles.

Installation note:

Pay attention to direction of installation of the base (2).

Stick base (2) onto the label (3) so that the small openings (1) match those on the label (3).

Fig 5: Identifying Stick Base Onto Label

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Installation note:

Slide external reader (1) onto the base (2) from above.

Fig 6: Sliding External Reader Onto Base

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