Removing Headlight Control Unit

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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.

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 .

Switch off position lights.
Switch off ignition and pull remote control out of ignition lock.
Remove headlight control unit.
1. 3.1. Move sound absorber -1- aside.
  
  Fig 1: Moving Sound Absorber Aside
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2. 3.2. Press back locking lugs -1- on the holder using a plastic wedge -arrow- .
  
  Fig 2: Pressing Back Locking Lugs
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3. 3.3. Remove headlight control unit -2- (-arrow- ).
  
  Fig 3: Removing Control Unit
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Release clip -1- (-a- ), swivel it aside -b- and remove electric plug connection from the headlight control unit -2- .

Fig 4: Disconnecting Electric Plug Connection
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