61 35 360 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS)

2007 BMW 530xi 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION 61 35 360 Removing and installing/replacing control unit for camera-based driver assistance systems (KAFAS)
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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks 

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 61 35 2AZ .

Pull control unit (3) out of equipment carrier (4) in direction of arrow.

Installation note: 

Make sure control unit (3) is correctly installed in equipment carrier (4).

Fig 1: Pulling Control Unit Out Of Equipment Carrier
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Replacement: 

Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .

Carry out calibration: 

  • Service function
  • Body
  • Display and information functions
  • Camera-based assist system
  • Calibration of lane departure warning
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

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