61 13 040 Replacing Distribution Box (Passenger Compartment)

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WARNING:

Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling vehicle battery.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM ON SIDE PANEL ON RIGHT
Disconnect negative battery cable
Remove TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL, BOTTOM LEFT
Remove RIGHT GLOVEBOX WITH HOUSING

Release screws (1) and remove distribution box (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Distribution Box And Screws

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Disconnect all plug connections (1).

Unlock relay base (3) and disconnect.

Open cover (2) on positive battery cable and release nut underneath.

Tightening torque: 61 21 2AZ . See BATTERY WITH TERMINAL for specs.

Disconnect positive battery cable from distribution box.

Installation:

Make sure positive battery cable is correctly seated on fuse box.

Replacement:

Remove fuses.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections

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