65 50 011 Removing and installing (replacing) video module for on-board monitor

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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 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM on left side panel.

NOTE: Follow instructions for HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Release screws (1).

Remove storage compartment (2) in direction of arrow from holder (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Storage Compartment And Holder

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Installation:

Do not mix up antenna connectors (1).

Mark antenna plugs (1) and disconnect.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Release screws (3).

Remove video module for on-board monitor (4) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Identifying On-Board Monitor

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Replacement:

Release screws (1) and remove holder (2) from video module for on-board monitor (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Screws, Holder And On-Board Monitor

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .