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

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.

If necessary, unclip trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Carefully unclip radio and A/C control panel (1) at marked points.

Pull radio and A/C control panel (1) out of instrument panel trim (2).

Disconnect corresponding plug connections and remove radio and A/C control panel (1).

Fig 2: Pulling Radio And A/C Control Panel Out Of Instrument Panel Trim

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Replacement:

Release screws (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Screws

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Replacement:

Release latch mechanisms (1), remove fresh air grille (2) from radio and A/C control panel (3).

Fig 4: Removing Fresh Air Grille From Radio And A/C Control Panel

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