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

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW 550i, 2009 BMW 550i, and 2008 BMW 550i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .
Follow instructions for HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Remove MIDDLE TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL .

NOTE: Work is shown on the E60 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other car models.

IMPORTANT: Do not scratch center console trim, cover if necessary.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 2.8 Nm

Pull back audio system controller (2) slightly.

Disconnect associated plug connections.

Remove audio system controller (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Audio System Controller

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .