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Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1 in Vehicle Interior (R138)







Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1 in Vehicle Interior (R138)

The access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior is installed under the front center console, in front of the selector lever.

No coding, basic setting or adaptation is necessary if access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior is replaced. Erase the resulting entry in the DTC memory using Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System (VAS 5051B).


Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

Remove the key.

Removal

- Remove the button strip inside the center console storage compartment. Refer to => [ Buttons in the Center Console Storage Compartment ] Buttons in the Center Console Storage Compartment.

- Remove the access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior (R138) - 1 - - arrow -. Pay attention to the wires still connected.






- Disconnect the connector - 2 -. Remove the access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior - 1 -.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

It is not possible to remove the bracket for the access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior in the center console without breaking it. If the antenna bracket must be removed, then install a new bracket so that there will not be any rattling noises and the KESSY system will continue to work correctly.