Necessary preliminary tasks
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- Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
- Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR TRIM
E91:
Release retaining clips (1) and remove storage pan (2).
Fold panel (3) upwards.
E88/E93:
Unscrew nuts (1).
Remove holder for telematics control unit/SES (2) in direction of arrow from body.
Raise panel for luggage compartment partition (4) slightly and feed out holder for telematics control unit/SES (2) in direction of luggage compartment.
Release wiring harness fastener (3) from holder for telematics control unit/SES (2).
Installation:
Make sure guides (5) are correctly seated in associated body holders.
Make sure wiring harness is correctly laid.
Release nuts (1) and unclip cable ties (2).
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Disconnect plug connections of aerial cables (1).
Remove TCU (2).
Replacement up to build date 03/2007:
NOTE:
TCU Everest is replaced from 03/2007 by TCU 1.5.
- Unclip cable holder (1) from TCU holder (2).
- Connect aerial leads according to new layout (new cable routing as pictured)
- Secure cable holder (1) to TCU holder (2) with cable tie