11 37 700 Replacing Control Unit (Valvetronic)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Read fault memory.
Remove right fresh air duct. See 64 31 056 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT FRESH-AIR DUCT (AUTOMATIC A/C HIGH)

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

Remove holder (1).

Remove cover (2).

NOTE: Remove holder (3). Only necessary when removing wiring harness.

Fig 1: Locating Wiring Harness

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Disconnect plug connection on Valvetronic control unit (1).

Remove Valvetronic control unit (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Valvetronic Control Unit

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Add final details to vehicle.

Check function of DME.