Necessary preliminary tasks

• Read out fault memory of DME control unit
• Switch off ignition
• Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
• Remove INTAKE AIR MANIFOLD

Unlock fasteners (1) from below and slide upwards approx. 10 mm.

Unlock locks (2) in direction of arrow.

Remove cover (3).

Fig 1: Unlocking Locks

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Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release grommet (2) from electronics box.

Installation: 

Make sure grommet (2) is correctly seated in housing (watertightness).

Unlock control unit (3) and raise slightly.

Fig 2: Identifying Electronics Box Grommet, Control Unit And Connector

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Unlock plugs (1) using slide in direction of arrow and disconnect.

Fig 3: Sliding Plugs

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Long plug:

Unlock plug on control unit and disconnect.

Unlock tab (1), pull contact carrier (2) in direction of arrow out of housing.

Fig 4: Pulling Contact Carrier

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Short plug:

Unlock slide (2) in bore holes (1) and pull out of housing.

Unlock tab (3), pull contact carrier (4) in direction of arrow out of housing.

Unlock and disconnect all plug connections of engine wiring harness section in electronics box.

Fig 5: Pulling Contact Carrier Out Of Housing

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