61 35 714 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for slide/tilt sunroof

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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 FRONT ROOFLINER TRIM
Remove COMPLETE CEILING LIGHT (FRONT)

NOTE: Secure drive for slide/tilt sunroof (3) against falling out.

Release screws (2).

Fig 1: Removing Control Unit

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Lower control unit for slide/tilt sunroof (3).

Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1) and remove control unit for slide/tilt sunroof (3).

Installation:

Initialize SLIDING SUNROOF .

Replacement:

Carry out programming/coding. Refer to DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODING .

IMPORTANT: There is a risk of permanent battery discharge if programming/coding is not carried out!