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Car Computer - HW4 - Remove And Install: Install

  1. Install the bolts (x2) and nuts (x2) that attach the car computer to the body.

    Torque specifications:

    • for the bolts: 8 Nm
    • for the nuts: 7 Nm

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 10 mm socket
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  2. Remove the coolant plugs from the hoses (x2), secure the coolant hoses onto the car computer coldplate assembly, and then secure them with spring locks (x2).
    NOTE: Place absorbent material onto the car computer.
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  3. Remove the coolant hose clamps from the hoses (x2).
    NOTE: Remove absorbent material.
    NOTE: Clean residual fluid.
    NOTE: Inspect for coolant leaks.
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  4. Connect the electrical connectors (x5) onto the LH side of the Autopilot motherboard.
    NOTE: Secure the locks on the electrical connectors after installation.
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  5. Connect the electrical connectors (x7) onto the LH side of the infotainment motherboard.
    NOTE: Secure the locks on the electrical connectors after installation.
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  6. Connect the electrics connectors (x3) onto the RH side of the Autopilot motherboard.
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  7. Connect the electrical connectors (x6) onto the RH side of the infotainment motherboard.
    NOTE: Secure the locks on the electrical connectors after installation.
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  8. Install the electrical connector to the connectivity module.
    NOTE: Slide the lock underneath the electrical connector.
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  9. Connect LV power. See LV Power - Disconnect And Connect .
  10. Perform a cooling system partial refill and bleed. See Cooling System - Partial Refill And Bleed .
  11. Install the rear underhood apron. See Underhood Apron - Rear (Remove and Replace) .
  12. Close the hood.
  13. Install the front passenger footrest panel. See Panel - Footrest - Front Passenger (LHD) - Remove And Replace .
  14. Install the RH center console side panel carpet. See Carpet - Side Panel - Center Console - LH - Remove And Replace .
  15. Install the passenger footwell cover. See Cover - Footwell - Passenger - Remove And Replace .
  16. Install the front passenger floor mat.
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  17. Install the RH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH - Remove And Replace .
  18. Install the RH middle A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Middle - LH - Remove And Replace .
  19. Restore the front passenger seat back to its original position.
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  20. Raise both front windows and close both front doors.