12 14 760 Removing and installing/replacing control unit (RDME)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Before disconnecting the battery cable, it must be ensured that the vehicle goes to sleep.

Fig 1: Identifying Floor Trim Panel, Service Cap, Screws And Gasket

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Remove luggage compartment floor trim panel (1).

Release screws (2) and remove service cap (3) towards top.

Tightening torque 51 47 04AZ .

Installation note:

Check the neoprene nuts of the screw connections (2) and gasket (4) for damage and replace if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections Locks And Guide Lugs

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NOTE: Control unit (RDME) is positioned in marked area (A).

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Press locks (2) outwards and feed out control unit (RDME).

Installation note:

Make sure control unit (RDME) is correctly fitted.

Control unit (RDME) must be situated under guide lugs (3).

Control unit (RDME) must be fully locked into locks (2).

Replacement: