Removing Front-End Electronics

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Always comply with the regulations for handling ESD-sensitive components!

• Assembly work may only be carried out if the mechanic is wearing the working clothes and shoes approved by Porsche  .
• The new part must only be removed from the ESD (electrostatic discharge) protective packaging just before installation and at the position at which the part is to be installed  .
• Never touch the electric pins and plug contacts  .

1. Release relay carrier -1-  with gateway control unit -2-  (-arrow A-  ), lift it up and out -arrow B-  and leave it hanging down -arrow C-  .
   Fig 1: Releasing Relay Carrier

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   The number of plug connections can vary, depending on equipment.

2. Release the locking clip, swivel it 90° to the right -arrow a-  and unplug the plug connection -arrow A-  .
   Fig 2: Releasing Connector

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3. Release electric plug connection -arrow b-  and unplug it -arrow B-  .
4. Press the locking lug down -arrow -  and unclip the control unit -1-  from the bracket -2-  (-arrow B-  ). The bracket remains installed.
   Fig 3: Releasing Control Unit

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5. Release the locking clip, swivel it up by 90° -arrow a, b-  and unplug the plug connections -arrow A, B-  .
   Fig 4: Releasing Connectors

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6. Release the locking lugs -arrows c, d-  and disconnect the plug connections -arrow C, D-  .