61 35 275 Remove and install (replace) control unit Rear Electronic Module (REM)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE

Unlock and disconnect all plug connections in area (1).

Unlock and disconnect positive battery cable (3). (Note removal instructions below)

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 61 35 4AZ .

Remove control unit (4) from guides (5) in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

Make sure all plug connections are correctly latched.

Fig 1: Removing Control Unit From Guides

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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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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/CODING .