61 35 080 Removing And Installing/Replacing Control Unit/Module For Left Or Right Seat Adjustment

2010 BMW X5 35dSECTION 61 35 080 Removing And Installing/Replacing Control Unit/Module For Left Or Right Seat Adjustment
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection)  . See 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: To facilitate installation/removal of control unit, move seat upwards fully.

Disconnect all plug connections on control unit for seat adjustment (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connections On Control Unit For Seat Adjustment
G04792430Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Unlock retaining tabs (1) towards front and remove control unit for seat adjustment (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation: 

Make sure control unit for seat adjustment (2) is correctly seated in mounting.

Fig 2: Removing Control Unit For Seat Adjustment
G04792431Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement: 

Carry out programming/coding  . See VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND CODING .

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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