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11 37 700 Replacing control unit (Valvetronic)

Switch off ignition.

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY .

Disconnect battery.

Observe following instructions before replacing control unit:

PROGRAM CONTROL UNIT .

Remove right fresh air duct.

Release screw and remove holder (1).

Release screws and remove cover (2) from control unit box.

NOTE: Release screws on seal (3) only when removing wiring harness.
Fig 1: Locating Holder Screws
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Installation: 

Insert tabs (1) in openings (2) and close cover.

Fig 2: Identifying Tabs In Openings And Close Cover
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Unlock and detach plug connections on Valvetronic control unit (1).

Remove Valvetronic control unit (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Valvetronic Control Unit Plug Connections
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NOTE: Interrogate fault memory of DME control unit.

Check stored fault messages.

Rectify faults.

Then clear fault memory.