36 11 533 Removing and installing/replacing RDC wheel electronics (2nd generation/3rd generation): Notes

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IMPORTANT: Before removing and installing, check which generation of RDC wheel electronics module is installed!
If the wheel electronics have been removed, the complete valve must be replaced.

NOTE: There are two different wheel electronics. The SP303 wheel electronics module must be used with RDC-01 and RDC-02 from model year 03/06.
The Gen3 wheel electronics must be used with the RDC-LC from model year 09/2010 (all F0x/F1x vehicles).

If a tire sealant has been used, replace the wheel electronics.

When a tire has been removed, do not clean the rim with installed wheel electronics with high-pressure cleaning equipment.

Before the installation of new wheel electronics with valve, thoroughly clean the valve bore of the wheel rim.

Do not treat wheel electronics with solvents, cleaning agents etc. If dirt contamination, wipe with a clean cloth only.

Do not clean wheel electronics with compressed air.