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61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller (up to 09/2008)
2006 BMW M6SECTION 61 31 195 Removing and installing (replacing) front controller (up to 09/2008)
IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection), refer to 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)Β .
Necessary preliminary tasks:Β
- Remove knob for controller, refer to 61 31 192 REPLACING KNOB FOR CONTROLLERΒ .
- Remove center console, refer to 51 16 200 REMOVING AND INSTALLING STORAGE COMPARTMENT .
Release screws (1).
Remove controller (2) in direction of arrow from storage compartment (3).
Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding, refer to DIAGNOSIS PROGRAMMING/CODINGΒ .
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.