61 13 042 Replacing power distribution box (luggage compartment)

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Disconnect BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
Disconnect both battery negative leads at F03.
Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL on right.
If necessary, remove right WHEEL ARCH PANEL (at F01/F02/03).

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unscrew nuts (2).

Remove power distribution box (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Power Distribution Box, Nuts And Plug Connection

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Disconnect all plug connections.

Remove power distribution box (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Power Distribution Box

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