Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Controller

61 31 195 Remove And Install Front Controller (replacing, Without M-models To 10/2009)







IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage.
Before dismantling it make absolutely sure, whether the controller is installed with the status before or after Life Cycle Impulse (LCI).







NOTE: The number of buttons and shape of controller can vary depending on vehicle type.

Before LCI: Controller (1) has buttons on bottom only.

After LCI: Controller (2) has buttons top and bottom.

NOTE: These repair instructions describe the removal and installation (replacement) of controller (1).







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove Center console trim







Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 61 31 5AZ.
Raise controller (2) and disconnect plug connection underneath.







Replacement:
Remove button unit
Carry out vehicle programming/encoding.