Removing PCM 3.1 Display And Operator Control Unit

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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 .

Fig 1: Identifying PCM Position
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Unscrew four fastening screws -1- .
Remove display and operator control unit -2- (-A- ).

Fig 2: Removing PCM
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Release electric plug connections -1 + 2- (-a- ) and pull them off -arrow- .

Fig 3: Disconnecting Antenna Plug Connections
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Release electric plug connections -3 + 4- (-a- ) and pull them off -A- .

Fig 4: Disconnecting Antenna Plug Connections
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Release clip -1- on electric plug connection -a- and bend it down -A- , then pull off electric plug connection -B- .

Fig 5: Disconnecting Plug Connection
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