Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519-, Through 05.08

Observe notes on contact corrosion. Refer to CONTACT CORROSION .

Removing

-- If the control module was replaced, select the "Replace" function for the respective control module in "Guided Fault Finding" or "Guided Functions" of the Vehicle diagnostic tester.

-- Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.

-- Remove driver side instrument panel cover. Refer to Storage Compartments and Covers in Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the footwell air channel on the driver side. Refer to Knee Airbag, Servicing in Removal and Installation (Driver Knee Airbag).

Fig 1: Identifying Retainer Clips, Module, And Bracket

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-- Release retaining springs -arrows- and remove Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519- -item 1- down from base mount -2-.

NOTE:

Shown with connectors removed to provide a better illustration.

-- Press connector retaining strips -1 and 2- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig 2: Releasing Connector Strips

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-- Unplug connectors.

NOTE:

Shown with connectors removed in illustration.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Install the footwell air channel on the driver side. Refer to Knee Airbag, Servicing in Removal and Installation (Driver Knee Airbag).

-- Install driver side instrument panel cover. Refer to Storage Compartments and Covers in Removal and Installation .