Control Module/Digital Sound System Amplifier, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Raise the front seat into its highest position and then move it all the way back.

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical equipment.

-- Move the ignition key outside of the vehicle to prevent switching on the ignition unintentionally.

-- Remove the expanding rivet -2-.

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-- Slide the cover -1- evenly in the direction of travel and remove it.

-- Release and disconnect the MOST buses connector -3- from the Digital Sound System Control Module -J525- -1-.

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-- Insert the Fiber-Optic Repair Set - Connector Protective Caps: VAS6223/9 -1- onto the MOST bus connector -2-.

Fig 1: Fiber-Optic Cable Harness Connector And Protective Cap For Cable Connector VAS 6223/9

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-- Release and disconnect the connector -4- from the Digital Sound System Control Module -J525- -1-.

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-- Remove the bolts -2-.

-- Pivot the Digital Sound System Control Module -J525- -1- rearward out of the bracket.