Power Trunk / Liftgate Control Module: Service and Repair

61 35 196 Removing And Installing (replacing) Control Unit For Automatic Operation Of Tailgate System







IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection).







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove rear right floor panel
- Clamp off battery earth lead







NOTE: From 09/2010, the control unit is installed with a different placement of connector chambers:
2. control unit to 09/2010
1. control unit from 09/2010

Replacement:
When control unit (1) is installed in vehicles with a production date up to 09/2010, the styrofoam projections (3) must be removed completely. Remove piece (A) = approx. 12 mm from styrofoam projection (4).

IMPORTANT: Do not remove styrofoam projection (4) completely.







Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Remove control unit for automatic operation of tailgate system (2) upwards.

Installation note:
Make sure the control unit for automatic operation of tailgate system (2) is correctly seated.







Replacement:
Carry out vehicle programming/encoding.