61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller (until 09/2008)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Before dismantling it is imperative to note whether the controller is installed with a version before or after 09/2008! See Removing and installing (replacing) front controller (from 09/2008) for additional information.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove KNOB FOR CONTROLLER
Remove CENTRE CONSOLE

If necessary, disconnect plug connections.

Release screws (1).

Remove controller (2) in direction of arrow from storage compartment (3).

Fig 1: Removing Controller From Storage Compartment

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/CODING .