12 14 550 Replacing control unit (Digital Motor Electronics) (DME N62)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition.
Disconnect battery.
Remove microfilter housing cover. See CABIN AIR FILTER .

IMPORTANT: Follow instructions for removing and installing electronic control units.

Release lock (1). Remove air funnel (2) toward top.

Fig 1: Removing Air Funnel

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Release screws, remove cover (1). Unlock and detach plug connections on DME control unit. Remove DME control unit.

Fig 2: Removing Cover On Control Unit Box

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