32 43 010 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for active front steering

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with Notes On Protection Against Electrostatic Damage (ESD Protection).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery negative lead
Remove front left wheel arch cover (rear section)

Release screw (1) and remove grounding cable.

Unlock plug (2) with a suitable tool and detach.

Open cable tie (see arrow in illustration).

Unclip cable holder (4).

Unlock plug (3) with a suitable tool and detach.

Installation:

Replace faulty cable holder (4).

Fig 1: Screws, Plugs, Cable Tie And Cable Holder

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Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unscrew nut (1).

For tightening torque refer to 32 43 1AZ in 32 43 ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING .

Release screw (2).

For tightening torque refer to 32 43 1AZin 32 43 ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING .

Remove active front steering control unit (3).

Fig 2: Nut, Screw And Steering Control Unit

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Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

After installation:

Replacement only: Carry out programming/coding
Carry out adjustment for active front steering