65 82 300 Removing and installing (replacing) Touchbox controller control unit

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 BMW 428i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD protection).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove COMPLETE CENTER CONSOLE

Version with air duct:

Loosen the screws (1).

Remove Touchbox (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Touchbox And Screws

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Version without air duct:

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release latch mechanisms at marked points.

Remove Touchbox (2).

Fig 2: Locating Touchbox Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND ENCODING .