37 14 566 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for Vertical Dynamics Control (EDC)

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ignition key
Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
Remove SIDE TRIM PANEL from footwell on right A-pillar

Fold carpet in footwell at front right to one side.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 37 14 6AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts

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Unlock plug connections (1) in direction of arrow and disconnect.

Remove control unit.

Fig 2: Unlocking Control Unit Plug Connections

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After installation:

Replacement only: Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING