61 31 321 Removing and installing/replacing radio and A/C control panel

Special tools required:

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!

A hard disk is installed in the Car Information Computer (CIC).

Carry out mechanical work on the CIC and adjacent components with care.

Avoid subjecting the CIC to vibration/shocks.

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

IMPORTANT: Carry out installation in a dust-free workshop area only.
To avoid damage, do not touch or dirty the display field.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Detach cover (1) using special tool 00 9 327 at latch mechanisms (2) and remove in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Detaching Cover Using Special Tool (00 9 327)

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Release screws (1).

Remove radio and IHKA controls (2) using special tool 00 9 327 at latch mechanisms (3).

Remove radio and IHKA controls (2) in direction of arrow from dashboard.

Fig 2: Removing Radio And IHKA Controls From Dashboard

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Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Remove radio and A/C control panel (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Radio And A/C Control Panel And Plug Connections

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Replacement: