66 33 008 Removing and installing/replacing park assist control unit

2011 BMW 550xi 4.4 CSECTION 66 33 008 Removing and installing/replacing park assist control unit

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Only with 24V steering:
Remove TOP COVER FROM TAIL PANEL .

Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove auxiliary battery (2) including holder from the work area.

Fig 1: Identifying Auxiliary Battery Nuts
G09929754Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release plastic nuts (1).

Remove control unit holder (2) from tail panel trim.

Remove park assist control unit (3) from holder (2).

Unlock plug connection (4) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Identifying Control Unit Holder, Tail Panel Trim, Park Assist Control Unit, Holder And Plastic Nuts
G09929755Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .

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.