71 60 700 Removing and installing/replacing trailer tow hitch control unit

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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

Removal:

Release clip (1) and fold up storage shelf (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Storage Shelf And Clips

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Unlock and disconnect all connectors (1).

Remove trailer tow hitch control unit (2) from holder.

Fig 2: Identifying Trailer Tow Hitch Control Unit And Connectors

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Installation:

Join the trailer tow hitch control unit (3) into the holder.

Connect all connectors (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Trailer Tow Hitch Control Unit And Connectors

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Close storage shelf (2) and fasten with clip (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Storage Shelf And Clips

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Required follow-up work:

Install LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR TRIM PANEL