Removing and installing/replacing Electronic Damping Control unit (EDC) (Countryman 2017-2023, except PHEV)

NOTE: The optional equipment system (SAS) is a control unit in which the functions of the suspension control systems and the assist systems are integrated.
(In the AW System and in the applicable BMW parts catalogue, the control unit is under Main Group 34.)

IMPORTANT: READ AND COMPLY WITH NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) !

Preliminary work needed:

Disconnect BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
Remove RIGHT TRUNK WHEEL ARCH PANEL .

Removal:

Unlock and disconnect plugs (1).

Loosen screws (2).

Remove SAS control unit (3).

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Installation:

Position SAS control unit (1).

Insert nuts (2) and tighten.

Tightening torque 37 14 6AZ .

Connect plug connection (3).

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Required follow-up work:

Install RIGHT TRUNK WHEEL ARCH PANEL .
Connect BATTERY GROUND LEAD .
Replacement only: Perform the PROGRAMMING/CODING .