65 83 580 Removing and installing/replacing DVD drive for Car Communication Computer

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 BMW 545i and 2004 BMW 545i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For special tools, refer to AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING - SPECIAL TOOLS - 545i (4.4L) E60/N62 .

Special Tools Required:

64 1 020

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

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove front trim for Car Communication Computer. Refer to 65 83 560 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT TRIM FOR CAR COMMUNICATION COMPUTER .
Raise cover (1) with special tool 64 1 020 all round and remove from Car Communication Computer (2).

Fig 1: Removing Computer Cover Using Release Hook

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Locating DVD Drive Retaining Screws

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Release screws (1).

Feed DVD drive for Car Communication Computer (2) in direction of arrow out of Car Communication Computer (3) and set down.

Fig 3: Removing Car Communication Computer CD Drive

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Disconnect plug connection (1) in direction of arrow.

NOTE: "LIF" stands for Low Insert Force.

Open catch of LIF plug (2) in direction of arrow and feed out LIF cable (3).

Remove DVD drive for Car Communication Computer (5) from Car Communication Computer (4).

Fig 4: View Of LIF Plug Connector

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