Removing DME Control Unit: Notes

Fig 1: Identifying DME Control Unit Installation Position

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Information 

Always comply with the regulations for handling ESD-sensitive components!

• Assembly work may only be carried out if the mechanic is wearing the working clothes and shoes approved by Porsche  .
• The new part must only be removed from the ESD (electrostatic discharge) protective packaging just before installation and at the position at which the part is to be installed  .
• Never touch the electric pins and plug contacts  .

1. Switch off ignition and remove remote control (hand-held transmitter) and control panel.
2. Unscrew both fastening screws -1-  on the control unit bracket and remove water drip pan -2-  .
   Fig 2: Identifying Water Drip Pan

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   NOTE: Voltage peaks

   • Risk of damage to electrical load or to the control unit

   Information 

   Left-hand drive vehicles are fitted with a protection cap over the connector. This must be folded upwards before releasing and disconnecting the connector.

3. Release electric plug connection -1-  (-a-  ) and pull it off -B-  .
   Fig 3: Releasing Plug Connections From DME Control Unit

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4. Release electric plug connection -2-  (-a-  ) and pull it off -B-  .
5. Remove DME control unit with bracket by pulling it upwards.