65 12 200 Removing and installing (replacing) audio system controller

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 BMW X5, 2012 BMW X5, and 2011 BMW X5. 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) .
Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Clamp off BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove MIDDLE TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL

NOTE: Work is shown on the E60 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other car models.

IMPORTANT: Do not scratch center console trim, cover if necessary.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 65 11 6AZ .

Pull back audio system controller (2) slightly.

Disconnect associated plug connections.

Remove audio system controller (2).

Fig 1: Removing Audio System Controller

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .