12 14 550 Replacing control unit (DME)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Switch off ignition
Remove battery cover
Disconnect battery, refer to 12 00... Instructions for disconnecting and connecting battery

IMPORTANT: Follow instructions for removing and installing electronic control units. Refer to 12 00 ... Instructions for removing and installing electronic control units .

NOTE:

Connect diagnosis system
Read fault memory.
Check stored fault messages
Rectify faults
Clear fault memory

Release clips (1) and lift out DME control unit.

Fig 1: Removing Control Unit

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Unlock plug connections outwards (2) and detach in direction of arrow (3).

Remove control unit.

Replacement:

Carry out coding/programming.

Observe following IDC specifications:

Programming
Coding
If necessary, car & key memory
CD "CIP"

NOTE:

Clear fault memory