Remove the telematics control module
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WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
- For additional information see: 72 00 SAFETY REGULATIONS ON HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS . .
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Fold the headlining.
Damage to the headlining. If necessary, the headlining must be replaced.
Fold the headlining.
Damage to the headlining. If necessary, the headlining must be replaced.
- Carry out tasks with a second person to assist.
- Support the headlining at the front and back.
Preliminary work
- Refer to DEACTIVATING THE 48 V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
- Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
- Refer to TRIM OF THE 3RD BRAKE LIGHT .
- Refer to REMOVING INTERIOR ROOF LIGHT .
- Refer to REMOVING RIGHT C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL LEFT AND RIGHT .
- Refer to PARTIALLY RELEASING THE REAR LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL .
- Refer to REMOVING THE B-PILLAR TRIM PANEL AT LEFT AND RIGHT .
- Refer to PARTIALLY LOWERING THE REAR HEADLINING (WITH SLIDING/TILTING SUNROOF) .
- Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
- Unlock the lock (2) downward.
- Remove the telematics control module (3) in the arrow direction.