66 12 100 Removing and installing/replacing slide-in unit for radio control key

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IMPORTANT:

In the event of complaint "slide-in unit for radio-operated key jams or can not be retained", carry out following checks before replacement:

Check both sides of plug connection of ribbon cable (2) to slide-in unit for radio-operated key (1) for correct locking (3).
Check ribbon cable (4) for damage.

If required, lock plug connection of ribbon cable (2) correctly and carry out function check.

If this rectifies fault pattern, do not replace slide-in unit for radio-operated key.

Fig 1: Checking Ribbon Cable

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Lift out cover (1) with special tool 00 9 340 at holding points (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tool (00 9 340), Trim And Retaining Points

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Release screws (1).

Pull back slide-in unit for radio control key (2) with associated ribbon cable.

IMPORTANT: Carefully unlock ribbon cable plug connection.

Replace the ribbon cable if damaged.

The ribbon cable leads to:

Remove slide-in unit for radio control key (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Radio Control Key And Mounting Screw

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