65 12 200 Removing and installing (replacing) audio system controller

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with Notes On Protection Against Electrostatic Damage (ESD Protection) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect Battery Negative Lead
Remove Operator Unit For Heater/Air Conditioner (with CCC/ASK)
Remove Centre Console Switch Cluster (with CCC/ASK)

NOTE: Comply with notes and instructions on Handling Optical Waveguides. .

Release screws (1).

Pull back audio system controller (2) slightly.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove audio system controller (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws, Audio System Controller And Removal Direction

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING