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Replacing Distribution Box (Passenger Compartment)




61 13 040 - Replacing distribution box (passenger compartment)





Warning!
Observe safety instructions Technician Safety Information for handling vehicle battery.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove luggage compartment trim on side panel on right Luggage Compartment Trim
- Disconnect negative battery cable Disconnecting and Connecting Battery Negative Lead
- Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left 51 45 181 Removing and Installing/Replacing Bottom Right Trim For Instrument Panel
- Remove right glovebox with housing 51 16 366 Removing and Installing Right Glovebox With Housing





Release screws (1) and remove distribution box (2).





Disconnect all plug connections (1).
Unlock relay base (3) and disconnect.
Open cover (2) on positive battery cable and release nut underneath.
Tightening torque 61 21 2AZ [1][2]Mechanical Specifications.
Disconnect positive battery cable from distribution box.

Installation Note:
Make sure positive battery cable is correctly seated on fuse box.

Replacement:

Remove fuses.
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