Multimedia Control Unit

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Radio Removal Tool T10057

The release tool VAS consists of identical individual parts. But for removal of the control unit, you need only 2 release tools instead of the 4.

Removing

Before starting repair work, perform the following:

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

Release tool slits -arrows- in control unit.

Fig 1: Control Unit Release Tool Slits

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-- Insert release tools -A- into control unit until they engage.

Fig 2: Inserting Release Tools

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-- Remove control unit by grasping upper edge of frame -arrows- and folding out control unit.

Fig 3: Folding Out Control Unit

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-- Press on connector locking mechanism -arrow- and remove.

Fig 4: Connector Locking Mechanism

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-- Remove release tools.

Installing

-- Connect harness connector.

-- Insert control unit at bottom into frame.

-- Press control unit into center console until it engages.

-- Finally, check multimedia system for functionality.