12 14 550 Replacing control unit (DME)

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CAUTION: Follow instructions for REMOVING AND INSTALLING ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNITS

Read the fault memory

Switch off ignition

Detach sealing strips (1).

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Turn tommy bar through approx 90°.

Remove cover.

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Release lock (1).

Remove air funnel (2) towards top.

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Release screws.

Tightening torque, 12 90 4AZ.

Remove cover (1) on control unit box.

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Installation:

Insert fixtures (1) of cover for control unit box in openings (2).

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Disconnect plug connectors (1).

Unlock DME control unit (2) and remove.

For subsequent procedure, follow ionstructions of DIS Tester.

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IMPORTANT:

Code control unit
Program control unit

NOTE:

Integrate fault memory
Check stored fault messages
Rectify faults
Then clear fault memory