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 35 950 Removing And Installing (Replacing) Control Unit For Comfort Access System
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove flap in luggage compartment panel on right . See 51 47 172 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM, LEFT OR RIGHT .
- Disconnect battery negative lead See 61 20 900 DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD .
Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Open catches (2) in direction of arrow and remove control unit for comfort access system (3) towards top.
Replacement:
Carry out coding/programming.
Observe following IDC specifications:
- Programming
- Coding
- If necessary, car & key memory
- CD "CIP"
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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.