61 35 270 Remove and install (replace) control unit Front Electronic Module (FEM)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Clamp off BATTERY LEAD FROM NEGATIVE CONNECTION POINT
Remove SIDE TRIM PANEL FROM FOOTWELL ON RIGHT A-PILLAR

Release screw (1) and remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screw And Cover

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to positive battery cable connector!

Unlock the positive battery cable connector:

Loosen lock (1) in direction of arrow.
Unlock top positive battery cable connector (2) in direction of arrow.
Disconnect battery positive lead (2).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Battery Positive Lead
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Unlock plug connections. (1) and disconnect.

Release bolt (2) and remove control unit (3).

Tightening torque 61 35 5AZ .

Installation note:

Make sure all plug connections are correctly latched.

Fig 3: Identifying Control Unit, Plug Connections And Bolt

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Replacement:

The front electronic module (FEM) makes functions available from the former control units FRM, CAS, JBE and ZGM. After the FEM is replaced, it is therefore necessary to start up the integrated central gateway module (ZGM); during this process, the configuration of the vehicle and the connection in FlexRay is learned in again. An adjustment also needs to be performed on the electronic transmission control (EGS) and electric steering lock (ELV) after the FEM is replaced. In this case, the FEM transfers the individual code to the EGS or ELV. After the FEM is replaced, it is absolutely essential for all ID transmitters (ignition keys) to be re-initialized.

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/CODING .