61 35 240 Removing and installing (replacing) Smart Opener control unit (non-contact rear lid opening)

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 31 other vehicles, including the 2015 BMW Alpina B7L, 2015 BMW Alpina B7, 2015 BMW 750i, 2015 BMW 750Li, and 2015 BMW 740i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove COVER ON REAR BUMPER PANEL .

Release latch mechanisms (1) and remove control unit (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Identifying Control Unit And Latch Mechanisms

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unlock associated plug connection (1) on control unit (2) and disconnect.

Feed out connecting line from cable clips (3).

Installation note:

Make sure plug connections (1) and control unit (2) are correctly fitted.

Make sure connecting lines are correctly routed at holder (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Control Unit, Plugs, And Cable Clips

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.