64 11 377 Removing and installing control panel for heater - A/C system (replacing, automatic air conditioning)

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Special tools required:

64 1 020 RELEASE HOOK

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove center fresh air grill, see 64 22 162 Removing and installing/replacing center fresh-air grill .
Remove ignition key from ignition switch
Pull fuse 63 from distribution box in glovebox

Fig 1: Special Tool And Retaining Points

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Release screws (1).

Unclip control panel for heater - A/C system (2) with special tool 64 1 020 at retaining points (3) all round and pull back.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove control panel for heater - A/C system (2).

Replacement:

Carry out programming/coding using appropriate BMW service tool.