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Access/Start Authorization Button E408 or Driver Identification Control Module J589, Removing and Installing



Access/Start Authorization Button E408 Or Driver Identification Control Module J589, Removing And Installing

Removing
- If control module is replaced, select "Replacement" function for appropriate control module in "Guided Fault-Finding" routine .
- Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.








- Remove front ashtray insert - 1 - and press button - arrow - .







- Remove bolt - arrow - and detach front ashtray housing.
- Unplug connector.








- Lift off center console switch trim - arrows - .
- Unplug connectors.







- Remove bolt - arrow - and detach Access/Start Authorization Button E408 or Driver Identification Control Module J589 - item 1 - .

Installing
Installation is performed in reverse order.

Tightening torques

Component Nm
Access/Start Authorization Button E408 or Driver
Identification Control Module J589 to switch trim 0.8
Ashtray housing to center console 2.5


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