61 35 360 Removing and installing control unit for camera-based driver support systems (KAFAS)

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Preliminary work needed:

Clamp off BATTERY LEAD FROM NEGATIVE CONNECTION POINT
Remove RIGHT GLOVE COMPARTMENT

Removal:

Release detent on equipment holder.

Feed out KAFAS control unit (1) from equipment holder (2).

Fig 1: Releasing Detent On Equipment Holder

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Unlock connector (1) on KAFAS control unit (2) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Locating Connector On KAFAS Control Unit

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Installation:

Connect connector (1) to KAFAS control unit (2).

Fig 3: Locating Connector On KAFAS Control Unit

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Join KAFAS control unit (1) in equipment holder (2).

NOTE: Ensure detent of KAFAS control unit (1) is correct in equipment holder (2).

Fig 4: Releasing Detent On Equipment Holder

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