66 12 100 Removing and installing/replacing slide-in unit for radio-operated key

IMPORTANT: In the event of complaint "slide-in unit for radio-operated key jams or can not be retained", carry out following checks before replacement:

Check both sides of plug connection of ribbon cable (2) to slide-in unit for radio-operated key (1) for correct locking (3).
Check ribbon cable (4) for damage.

If required, lock plug connection of ribbon cable (2) correctly and carry out function check.
If this rectifies fault pattern, do not replace slide-in unit for radio-operated key.

Fig 1: Identifying Ribbon Cable, Radio-Operated Key And Ribbon Cable

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Remove steering column cover (1) in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

Make sure steering column cover (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Removing Steering Column Cover

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Release screw (1).

Remove slide-in unit for radio-operated key (2) with corresponding ribbon cable in direction of arrow.

IMPORTANT: Carefully unlock and disconnect associated plug connection for ribbon cable.
Replace the ribbon cable if damaged.
The ribbon cable leads to:

Fig 3: Removing Radio-Operated Key Slide-In Unit With Ribbon Cable

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Remove slide-in unit for radio-operated key (2).