32 31 095 Removing And Installing/Replacing Steering Column Control Unit (CIM)
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IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). Refer to 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
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IMPORTANT:
To avoid damaging the control unit, make sure when installing that the baseplate is not subjected to tension.
After installation:
- Replacement only: initialize steering column using BMW diagnosis system (control unit functions).
Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove panel for (active) knee protector. Refer to 51 45 175 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR KNEE PROTECTOR ON LEFT and 51 45 177 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR ACTIVE KNEE PROTECTOR ON LEFT .
Disconnect plug connection.
Release screws and remove steering column control unit.
Tightening torque, refer to 32 31 9AZ in STEERING AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .