37 14 525 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for air supply unit

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 BMW X6 and 2010 BMW X6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ignition key
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT PANEL ON RIGHT

Lift back insulating mat (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Insulating Mat

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock catch (2) and remove control unit (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection, Catch And Control Unit

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After installation:

Replacement only: Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING
Replacement only: Carry out RIDE-HEIGHT CALIBRATION