61 35 146 Removing and installing/replacing Convertible top module

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove side trim panel at rear right. See 51 43 002 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL .

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Release nuts (2) and remove module (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Module Plug Connections And Nuts

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Replacement: 

• Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING 
• Teach-in soft top

Teach-in process: 

1. Close soft top.
2. Only on vehicles up to version 09/2011 Briefly release closing button (< 5 seconds).
3. Operate closing button for 30 seconds (until LED flashes - LED flashes to indicate that the teach-in procedure is complete).
4. Release closing button.