Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove CAR COMMUNICATION COMPUTER

Release screws (1).

Fold down front panel for Car Communication Computer (2) and set down.

Installation:

Make sure retaining lugs (3) of front panel for Car Communication Computer (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Car Communication Computer

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NOTE: "LIF" stands for Low Insertion Force.

Open catch of LIF plug (2) in direction of arrow and feed out LIF cable (1).

Remove front trim for Car Communication Computer (4) from Car Communication Computer (3).

Fig 2: Opening LIF Plug Catch

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