Removing Display For The PCM Operator Control Unit

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Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.

Loosen the side fastening screw a few turns.

Fig 1: Removing PCM Side Fastening Screw
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Insert a hexagon-socket wrench sideways into the screw connection of the PCM detent hooks.
Close the detents (2 each side) with an Allen key -A- and carefully pull out the PCM.
For reinstallation, open the detents with the hexagon-socket wrench -B- .

Fig 2: Opening Detents
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The number of plug connections will vary, depending on the I No. (CD changer, amplifier, etc.).

The variant without additional audio components (external Most control units) has a jumper (output to input) connected to the optical waveguide plug.
Unlock antenna plug -D, E- and remove.
Unlock and disconnect the electrical plug connections in the order -A, B, C- .

Fig 3: Locating PCM Plug Connections

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