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61 31 156 Removing And Installing (Replacing) Control Unit In Center Armrest At Rear
Special tools required:
- 00 9 341
Open upper armrest section.
Lever out front oddments tray (1) in direction of arrow and remove.
Version with eject box only:
Remove eject box. See 84 11 615 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING EJECT BOX (IN REAR CENTER ARMREST) .
Version with center armrest storage tray (2) only:
Attach special tools 00 9 341 as illustrated.
Unclip oddments tray in center armrest (2) in direction of arrow and remove.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Release screws (2).
Pull back control unit in center armrest at rear (3), lift at front and feed out towards top.
Unlock covers (1) and fold up.
Disconnect all ribbon cables (2).
Remove control unit in center armrest at rear (3).
Replacement:
Carry out coding/programming.
Observe following IDC specifications:
- Programming
- Coding
- Car & Key Memory
- CD "CIP"
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.