65 12 072 Removing and installing (replacing) amplifier (Top HiFi system) (Early Version): Notes

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) . See 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead . See 61 20 900 DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD (CONVERTIBLE).
Remove rear left side trim panel . See 51 43 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL in coupe only.