Removing

• Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers.

Vehicles without access and start authorisation system

• Remove ignition key, if fitted.

Vehicles with access and start authorisation system

• Store the ignition key outside the vehicle to prevent the ignition from being switched on unintentionally.

Continued for all vehicles

• Remove footwell cover on driver side .
• Remove knee airbag with igniter .
• Press the top bracket -2- of the entry and start authorisation control unit - J518- -1- in the -direction of arrow A-.
• Remove entry and start authorisation control unit - J518- -1- from bracket -2- in direction of arrow -B-.
• Release connector -3- and unplug.

• Press safety catch -1- to disconnect connector.
• Swing retainer in -direction of arrow- and pull off connector.

• Lever out catch -1- in -direction of arrow A-, using a narrow screwdriver if necessary.
• Remove bracket -2- from support -3- in direction of arrow -B-.

Installation

Install in reverse order to dismantling, noting the following.

• Ensure that bracket for entry and start authorisation control unit - J518- engages audibly.
• Ensure that entry and start authorisation control unit - J518- engages audibly in bracket.

Removing and installing front door exterior handle switch

The sensor for front left exterior door handle contact - G605- and the sensor for front right exterior door handle contact - G606- is integrated in the relevant exterior door handle and cannot be renewed individually in case of a defect.

• Removing and installing door handle .