65 12 210 Removing and installing (replacing) the radio receiver CHAMP

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE
Remove RADIO AND IHKA CONTROLS

NOTE: Picture for example purposes only!

Release screws (1).

Pull out the CHAMP (2) to the front.

Installation note:

Make sure CHAMP (2) is correctly seated on retaining lugs at the marked points.

Fig 1: Pulling Head Unit

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Unlock and disconnect all plug connections (2) in the marked area.

Remove CHAMP (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Headunit And Plug Connections Marked Area

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .

For vehicles with Teleservices optional equipment:

Update services via menu in the central information display.