65 83 010 Removing and installing/replacing Car Communication Computer

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

NOTE: Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary tasks

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Remove MIDDLE TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 65 11 6AZ.

Pull back Car Communication Computer (2) slightly.

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove Car Communication Computer (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Infotainment Computer And Screws

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .