61 35 622 Removing and installing/replacing general module

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left . See 51 45 181 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL .

Release screws (1).

Remove general module (3) from instrument panel trim at bottom right (4).

Installation:

Make sure general module (3) is correctly seated in guides (2).

Fig 1: Releasing Screws

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Replacement:

Carry out coding/programming.

Observe following IDC specifications:

Programming
Coding
If necessary, car & key memory
CD "CIP"

Fig 2: Identifying Carry Out Coding/Programming

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