65 11 080 Removing and installing/replacing radio receiver

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Special tools required:

00 9 341

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 work:

Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON DASHBOARD, CENTER

Insert special tool 00 9 341 as illustrated.

Lever trim cover (1) slightly forward and unclip.

Fig 1: Removing Trim Cover Using Special Tool 00 9 340

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Unclip LED (1).

Remove cover (2).

Installation note:

Retaining lugs and clips must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Locating Cover Retaining Lugs

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Release screws.

Pull radio receiver with operating unit cover (1) out toward the front.

Unlock associated plug connections and disconnect.

Fig 3: Locating Radio Receiver With Operating Unit Cover Screws

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