65 12 265 Removing and installing/replacing DVD player in rear console

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection).

NOTE: Comply with notes and notes on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary work

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD .
Remove CENTRE CONSOLE .

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Centre Console Plug Connections

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Release screws (1).

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Remove DVD player (2).

Fig 2: Identifying DVD Player And Screws

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Replacement

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .