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:
- Disconnect negative battery cable
- Remove both battery earth leads at F03
- Remove right luggage compartment wheel arch panel.







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

Replacement:
Control unit (2) is installed as shown in vehicles with a production date up to 09/2010.







Disconnect plug connection (1).
Pull out control unit for automatic tailgate activation (2) in direction of arrow.







Replacement:
Carry out vehicle programming and encoding.