65 50 011 Removing and installing (replacing) video module for on-board monitor

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) .

NOTE: Follow instructions for HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

E72 Only: Disconnect BOTH NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLES
Disconnect battery negative lead
Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM on left.
Remove LEFT STORAGE COMPARTMENT

Release screws (1).

Feed out video module (2) complete with holder towards top.

Fig 1: Identifying Video Module And Screws

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NOTE: The number of plug connections (1) and screws (2) can vary, depending on the video module version.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2) and remove holder from video module for on-board monitor.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND ENCODING .

After replacing the video module and programming, it is absolutely essential to reset the TV standard of the country in question.