37 15 055 Removing and installing/replacing EDC control unit (M model)
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IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection).
See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left.
- Remove footwell side trim panel on A-pillar, right.
Press floor trim at front right to one side. Open cutout in insulating mat (shown with dotted line) and release nut (1). Disconnect plug connections (2). Unscrew nut (3). Slide control unit (4) with bracket upwards and remove sideways.
Replacement only: Remove control unit (4) from bracket.