36 11 520 Removing And Installing/Replacing RDC Control Unit

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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 glovebox. 51 16 367 REMOVING AND INSTALLING RIGHT GLOVEBOX (WITH ACTIVE KNEE PROTECTOR) WITH HOUSING .

Lower duct (1) for footwell ventilation.

Fig 1: Footwell Ventilation Lower Duct And Removal Direction

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Unlock plug connection (1) and remove RDC control unit (2).

Fig 2: Plug Connection And RDC Control Unit

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