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HOMESERVICE MANUALSBMW2013128I 2D CONVERTIBLE, ENG CD N52, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1859 (GENERAL ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - REPAIR)CONTROL UNITS, MODULES61 35 132 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING CENTRAL GATEWAY MODULE

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard Trans

61 35 132 Removing and installing/replacing central gateway module

2013 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, Eng CD N52, Standard TransSECTION 61 35 132 Removing and installing/replacing central gateway module

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD .
Disconnect both negative battery cables atF03
Remove trim panel for pedal mechanism . See 51 45 184 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY (ECE ONLY) or 51 45 184 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY (US ONLY) .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

NOTE: Cable shoe (4) is currently no longer installed.
If installed, release screw (2) and remove cable shoe (4).
Tightening torque 61 35 3AZ .

Pull central gateway module (3) off equipment holder (5) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Cable Shoe

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Installation note:

Make sure central gateway module (3) is correctly installed in equipment holder (5).

Replacement:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .

Perform FlexRay synchronization via path:

Body
Central Gateway Module
Initialize FlexRay

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:

• 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.