Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
61 35 015 Removing and Installing (Replacing) Control Unit For Car Access System
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly . See 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR PEDALS
Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.
Carefully unlock and disconnect associated plug connection for ribbon cable (1).
Replace ribbon cable (1) if
- plug connection for ribbon cable (1) is damaged
- control unit for Car Access System (3) is replaced
The ribbon cable leads to the ignition starter switch . See 61 31 020 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING IGNITION STARTER SWITCH
Release screw (4) and remove control unit for Car Access System (3) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Feed guide (1) of control unit for Car Access System (2) correctly into associated mounting.
Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding . See VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND CODING
Version with independent heating:
Initialize all independent heating remote controls . See 64 12 ... INITIALIZING INDEPENDENT HEATING REMOTE CONTROL
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.