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Central Electronics Box: Service and Repair



12 90 ... Removing and installing/replacing left or right electronics box







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

NOTE: Follow instructions for removing and installing control units.







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Read fault memory.
- Disconnect battery earth lead.
- Remove DME control unit left or right.







NOTE: Picture shows the right side, the procedure for the left side is identical.

Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 12 90 1AZ.
Unclip coolant lines at clamp (2) from electronics box.
Feed electronics box (3) out upward and remove.







Installation note:
When installing the electronics box, insert guide (1) on engine support.