66 53 180 Removing and installing (replacing) control unit for reversing camera

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

Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT PANEL on left

Release screws.

Remove control unit bracket (1).

NOTE: Control unit for rear-view camera is located at the back of the bracket.

Fig 1: Locating Control Unit Bracket Screws

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Unlock plug connections and disconnect.

Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove control unit for rear-view camera (3) from bracket (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Control Unit For Rear-View Camera From Bracket, Nut

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND ENCODING .
CALIBRATE REVERSING CAMERA