Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM ON SIDE PANEL on right
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD

Release screws (1) and remove bracket (2). Tightening torque 61 14 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Bracket And Screws

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock plug housing (2) and release in direction of arrow.

Fold up covers on nuts (3).

Unscrew nuts (3). Tightening torque 61 21 2AZ .

Disconnect plug connection (4).

Disconnect plug connection of IBS cable (5).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Housing

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Press locking brackets (2) downwards and unclip.

If necessary, using a screwdriver (1), expand locking bracket (2) at lower end and clip out.

Remove power distributor (3) towards top.

Fig 3: Identifying Power Distributor

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