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Engine Control Module: Service and Repair



12 14 550 Replacing Control Unit (DME) (N52T)







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







Necessary preliminary work:
- Turn off ignition
- Disconnect battery earth lead
- Remove acoustic cover

IMPORTANT: Follow instructions for removing and installing control units







Replacement:
- Carry out programming/encoding







IMPORTANT: It is absolutely essential to read out the fault memory with the BMW diagnosis system and to create a fault memory printout.

Switch off ignition.







Unlock all plugs from control unit (1) and detach.
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 12 90 1AZ.
Remove control unit.







NOTE:
Check stored fault messages.
Delete fault memory.