65 75 570 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for radio interior protection

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Unclip and remove cover.

Fig 1: Removing Cover

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Unfasten screws and allow control unit to hang down.

IMPORTANT: The old control unit can be installed without the shield plate. The shield plate provided must always be installed.

Fig 2: Removing Screws And Allow Control Unit To Hang

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Pull off connector and thread out cable.

Fig 3: Removing Connector

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