32 43 010 Removing and installing / replacing control unit for active front steering
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IMPORTANT:
Protect against electrostatic damage.
IMPORTANT:
Do not kink floor panelling under any circumstances!
After installation:
- Replacement only: Carry out CODING using BMW scan tool.
- Replacement/coding only: Carry out ACTIVE FRONT STEERING START-UP/ADJUSTMENT .
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove RIGHT ENTRANCE STRIP .
- Remove RIGHT FRONT SEAT .
- Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
- If necessary, remove front right floor mat.
- Remove SIDE TRIM IN FRONT RIGHT FOOTWELL .
- Fold back front right floor trim.
- Remove kickplate in footwell in front of and next to control unit; if necessary, cut along specified lines with knife and secure later with adhesive tape.
Release screws (1).
Lay grounding cable to one side.
Installation:
Secure grounding cable as illustrated to retaining plate.
Raise active front steering control unit and turn over.
Unlock connector and remove.
Remove active front steering control unit.