Removing Transmission Control Unit (PDK)

Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Control Unit (PDK) Installation Position

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Information 

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. Loosen transmission control unit.
   1. 1.1. Unclip wire harness -A-  .
   2. 1.2. Pull out the expansion rivet -B-  .
   3. 1.3. Pull out the bracket with the control unit -C-  .
   Fig 2: Loosening Transmission Control Unit

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2. Disconnect plug connections.
   1. 2.1. Release electric plug connection -1-  (-a-  ) and bend the clip over, then unplug the connector -1-  (-A-  ).
   2. 2.2. Release electric plug connection -2-  (-b-  ) and bend the clip over, then unplug the connector -2-  (-B-  ).
   Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug Connections

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3. Remove control unit from the bracket.
   1. 3.1. Release the lock and remove the control unit from the bracket.