Removing Control Unit For External Communication

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Cross-installation of the control unit for external communication with the control unit for external communication from another vehicle is not permitted and can result in damage to the software.

Information 

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

• Always wear approved work clothes and shoes when carrying out assembly work. 
• Do not remove new part from ESD (electrostatic discharge) protective packaging until shortly before installation and only at the installation position. 
• Do not touch electric pins and plug contacts. 

1. Fold the carpet forward.
2. Release and disconnect electric plug connections for gateway control unit and control unit for external communication.
3. Remove control unit holder.

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   Control unit holder

   1. 3.1  Unscrew screw on control unit holder -1-  .
   2. 3.2  Unclip control unit holder -2-  on the body.
   3. 3.3  Remove control unit holder with control units.
4. Remove control unit for external communication.

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   Control unit for external communication

   1. 4.1  Unscrew screw on control unit for external communication -1-  .
   2. 4.2  Unclip control unit for external communication from holder -2-  .
   3. 4.3  Remove control unit for external communication -3-  .