BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing/replacing control unit for vertical dynamic control

BMW X3 Service & Repair Manual / Suspension / Electrical components / Removing and installing/replacing control unit for vertical dynamic control

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ignition key.
Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE .
Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL ON RIGHT .

Undo screw (1), release expanding rivets (2) and remove storage compartment.

Suspension

Unscrew nuts (1).

Unlock connector (2) and remove.

Remove control unit.

Suspension

After installation:

Replacement only: Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .
Start up the VDM with the aid of the diagnosis system.
Replacement only: Carry out RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT.

Electrical components

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