32 43 521 Replace the Servotronic control unit

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
Remove the floor trim from the luggage compartment
Remove the storage compartment from the luggage compartment

Release nuts (1) on the rear trim panel.

Unlock connector and remove.

Remove the control unit (2) from the bracket.

Fig 1: Identifying Control Unit And Nuts

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After installation

Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING