Necessary preliminary tasks

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Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove CONTROL PANEL FOR HEATING AND A/C SYSTEM

NOTE: Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Release screws (1).

Pull back radio receiver (2) slightly.

Disconnect associated plug connections and remove radio receiver (2).

Installation:

Make sure the rear guide pin of the radio receiver (2) is correctly seated in the associated mounting.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Back Radio Receiver

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If there is a violet antenna connection (1) present in addition to the black antenna connection (2), additional work is required when replacing the radio receiver!

Refer to document REPLACING SATELLITE TUNER !

Fig 2: Identifying Violet Aerial Connection And Black Aerial Connection

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