Removing wheel electronics

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NOTE: The following images show the removal of generation 3 wheel electronics only. The instructions also apply without alteration to the 2nd generation wheel electronics.

Release union nut (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Union Nut

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Remove wheel module and valve (1) from valve hole.

Fig 2: Identifying Wheel Module And Valve

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Using suitable pliers (2), unscrew valve (1) from the thread of the square-head bolt (3), while holding the wheel module (4) firm. Completely unscrew valve (1).

Remove square-head bolt from wheel module holder.

Installation:

Replace valve.

Fig 3: Removing Valve From Thread Of Square-Head Bolt Using Plier

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IMPORTANT: Before the installation of new wheel electronics with valve, thoroughly clean the valve bore of the wheel rim!
Also make sure that the valve bore is free of burrs