Removing electronic wheel module

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NOTE: The following illustrations only show removal and refitting of the 3rd generation wheel electronics module. The instructions also apply without alteration to the 2nd generation wheel electronics.

Release union nut (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Union Nut

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Remove wheel module and valve (1) from valve hole.

Fig 2: Identifying Wheel Module Valve

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Using suitable pliers (2), unscrew valve (1) from the thread of the square-head bolt (3), while holding the wheel module (4) firm. Completely unscrew valve (1).

Remove square head screw from holder for electronic wheel module.

Installation note:

Replace valve.

Fig 3: Unscrewing Valve From Thread Of Square-Head Bolt Using Plier

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IMPORTANT: Before the installation of new wheel electronics with valve, thoroughly clean the valve bore of the wheel rim!
Also make sure that the valve bore is free of burrs