Removing the module carrier from the front door

Preliminary works 

• Deactivate the 48 v ELECTRICAL SYSTEM .
• Remove the mirror triangle COVER .
• Remove the exterior MIRROR .
• Remove the front door WEATHER STRIP .
• Remove the door handle COVER .
• Remove front door TRIM PANEL .

• Secure the fixed side window glass to the door frame when it is closed using adhesive tape.
• Spread both holders (1) on the fixed side window glass simultaneously with the special tool 0 496 569 (00 9 325) until it is possible to detach the fixed side  window glass.
• Move the power window down approximately 10 cm.

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Disconnecting all battery earth leads 

• See BATTERY EARTH LEADS .

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• Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1).
• Release all the cable clips of the wiring harness (2).

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• Loosen screws (1).

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• Release the snap fasteners (1) and feed out the module carrier (2).

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