Removing Control Unit For Active Engine Mounting (PADM)

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NOTE: Voltage peaks

Risk of damage to load or to the control unit

→ Remove the ignition key and switch off load before disconnecting or removing load.

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Key Installation Position

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Unscrew the three fastening nuts -1- .

Fig 2: Removing Control Unit
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Release the electric plug connection -a- and pull the connector off the control unit.
Remove control unit.