32 43 010 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for active front steering

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Remove FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH COVER (REAR SECTION) .

Release nut (1) and disconnect ground cable.

Disconnect plug connections (2).

Unclip cable holder (3).

Installation:

Replace damaged cable holder.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections, Cable Holder And Nut

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Release nuts (1, 2).

Tightening torque 32 43 1AZ .

Remove active front steering control unit (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Active Front Steering Control Unit And Nuts

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After installation

Replacement only: Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .
Carry out ADJUSTMENT FOR ACTIVE FRONT STEERING .