34 52 516 Removing and installing/replacing DSC control unit

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove HYDRAULIC UNIT

Release screws (1) and carefully remove control unit (2).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Tightening torque 34 51 1AZ .

Observe the following installation notes.

Fig 1: Identifying Control Unit And Screws

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IMPORTANT: The control unit must not be positioned with force!

The two pins (2) must not be bent under any circumstances!

Installation note:

Carefully insert control unit (1) in direction of arrow, paying attention to the two pins (2).

Fig 2: Inserting Control Unit

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Installation note:

Tightening sequence (1-4) must be observed.

Tightening torque 34 51 1AZ .

Fig 3: Control Unit Screws Tightening Sequence

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Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING
Adjustment of steering angle sensor