Towing Recognition Control Module J345

Special tools and workshop equipment required

The towing recognition control module is installed behind the left side trim in the luggage compartment.

Removing

-- Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers and move the ignition key or start button into the 0 position (preliminary engaged position).

-- Remove the left side trim panel inside the luggage compartment. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Release and disconnect the harness connector -2-.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Harness Connector -2-

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NOTE:

The number of harness connectors on the Towing Recognition Control Module can deviate from the illustration depending on vehicle equipment.

-- Remove the nuts -1- and the towing recognition control module -3- from the duo bolts in the side panel.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE:

After installing a new towing recognition control module, it must be coded. Refer to TOWING RECOGNITION CONTROL MODULE J345, CODING .