61 35 146 Removing and installing/replacing Convertible top module

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove side trim panel at rear right. See 51 43 002 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL .

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Release nuts (2) and remove module (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Module Plug Connections And Nuts

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING
Teach-in soft top

Teach-in process:

Close soft top.
Only on vehicles up to version 09/2011 Briefly release closing button (< 5 seconds).
Operate closing button for 30 seconds (until LED flashes - LED flashes to indicate that the teach-in procedure is complete).
Release closing button.