61 13 042 Replacing distribution box (luggage compartment)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING VEHICLE BATTERY

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM ON SIDE PANEL ON RIGHT
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE

Security version:

Remove protective cover from distribution box/battery positive terminal (luggage compartment)

Open cover (1) and release nut underneath.

Tightening torque:

M8: 15 Nm
M6: 5 Nm

Disconnect plug connection (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2) and remove distribution box.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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Security replacement only:

Remove rib (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Rib

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Remove rib (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Rib

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Replacement:

Remove fuses and relays.