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Removal & Installation

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  1. Before removing DSC control module, read out fault memory and, if necessary, print out trouble code.
  2. If necessary, detach auxiliary water pump with holder from body. Disconnect electric connection and press auxiliary water pump to one side.
  3. Unfasten plug connection lock (1) in direction (2). Detach plug connection (1) in direction (3) vertically towards top. See Fig 1.
  4. Release screws (1) and detach control module (2) from hydraulic unit. See Fig 2.
  5. Before installation, check sealing surface (1) between control module and hydraulic unit for damage. Clean sealing surface. Do not use tools with sharp edges or aggressive cleaning agents. Check contact lugs (2) for corrosion or damage. Replace hydraulic unit if sealing surface or contact lugs are damaged. See Fig 3.
  6. Carefully push control module (1) onto hydraulic unit (2). Ensure solenoid coils are not tilted. See Fig 4.
  7. Housing edge of control module (1) must slide over extension on hydraulic unit (2). See Fig 5.
  8. Install (do not tighten down) NEW screws (1 and 2) uniformly until control module rests evenly on hydraulic unit. Install new screws (3-6), do not tighten down. Tighten down screws (1-6) in specified sequence. See Fig 6.
  9. Tighten screws to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
  10. Position plug connection vertically on control module so as to avoid damaging pins. Slide connector lock into place.
  11. Recode new control units and adjust steering angle sensor with the DIS (Diagnosis and Information System) under the menu item "Service functions".
  12. Carry out end-of-belt test with DIS (Diagnosis and Information System).
Fig 1: Removing Plug Connection
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Fig 2: Removing Control Unit From Hydraulic Unit
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Fig 3: Locating Sealing Surface Components
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Fig 4: Pushing Control Module Onto Hydraulic Unit
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Fig 5: Locating Edge Of Control Module
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Fig 6: Identifying Order Of Control Module Screws
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