36 11 533 Removing and installing/replacing RDC wheel electronics (2nd generation/3rd generation): Notes
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IMPORTANT:
Before removing or refitting, check which generation of wheel electronics is fitted!
If the wheel electronics have been removed, the complete valve must be replaced.
If the wheel electronics have been removed, the complete valve must be replaced.
NOTE:
There are two different wheel electronics. Generation 2 wheel electronics must be used with RDC-01 and RDC-02 from model year 03/06.
Generation 3 wheel electronics must be used with RDC-LC from model year 09/09 (all E9x) and from model year 09/2010 (all E7x/E8x.
Generation 3 wheel electronics must be used with RDC-LC from model year 09/09 (all E9x) and from model year 09/2010 (all E7x/E8x.
If a tire sealant has been used, replace the wheel electronics.
When a tire has been removed, do not clean the rim with installed wheel electronics with high-pressure cleaning equipment.
Do not treat wheel electronics with solvents, cleaning agents etc. If dirt contamination, wipe with a clean cloth only.
Before the installation of new wheel electronics with valve, thoroughly clean the valve bore of the wheel rim.
Do not clean wheel electronics with compressed air.
Necessary preliminary tasks