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 35 125 Removing and Installing/Replacing Body Module
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead . See 61 20 900 DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
- Remove trim for instrument panel, bottom left . See 51 45 181 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING BOTTOM RIGHT TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL
- Detach airbag control unit with gateway module . See 65 77 680 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) AIRBAG CONTROL UNIT WITH GATEWAY MODULE
Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.
Unlock catches (3) in direction of arrow and remove body module (2) from equipment carrier (4).
Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding . See VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND CODING
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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.