61 35 001 Removing and installing (replacing) trailer module

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR TRIM PANEL .

Release clips (1) and raise rear window shelf (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Storage Shelf With Clamps

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Pull out trailer module (2) upwards in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Trailer Module

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .