61 35 107 Removing and installing/replacing Junction Box electronics

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with Notes On Protection Against Electrostatic Damage (ESD Protection)!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect Battery Negative Lead
Remove Footwell Side Trim Panel on A-pillar, right
Remove Trim For Instrument Panel , bottom right

NOTE: Right glovebox shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2) and remove junction box electronics (3) from bracket.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws, Plug Connections And Junction Box Electronics

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Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Installation:

Make sure junction box electronics is correctly seated in plug connection (2) of bracket.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections And Junction Box

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Replacement:

Carry out Vehicle Programming/Coding
Delete transport mode