65 12 072 Removing and installing/replacing amplifier (hi-fi system/Harman Kardon)

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IMPORTANT:

Read and comply with notes PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Comply with notes on HANDLING OPTICAL FIBRES .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD
Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH PANEL ON LEFT .

REMOVAL:

Release screw (1).

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Remove amplifier (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Amplifier

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Replacement:

In Harman Kardon version, perform VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND ENCODING .

INSTALLATION:

NOTE: Lugs (1) must be correctly slid into guide (2).
Check that amplifier (3) is securely seated.

Fig 2: Locating Amplifier Lugs And Guide

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Install amplifier (3) in direction of arrow.

Tighten screw (1).

Join and lock plug connection (2).

Fig 3: Installing Amplifier In Position

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