61 35 115 Removing and installing/replacing footwell module

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
Remove FRONT LEFT ENTRANCE COVER STRIP

Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 61 35 7AZ .

Pull footwell module (2) forwards a little.

Fig 1: Identifying Footwell Module And Nuts

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Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove footwell module (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Footwell Module And Plug Connections

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Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .