PRODEMAND 65 12 072, a cutting-edge device, empowers users to remove and install/replace amplifiers in their vehicles. Compatible with both Top HiFi and HiFi systems, it streamlines the process, ensuring accurate and efficient work. Additionally, it provides clear instructions for creating wire jumpers and identifies key components like tabs, guides, and connectors.
RADIO, AUDIO AMPLIFIER, HEAD UNIT > 65 12 072 REMOVING AND INSTALLING
(REPLACING) AMPLIFIER (TOP HIFI SYSTEM)
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on
PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD
PROTECTION) .
NOTE: Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING
OPTICAL FIBRES .
Necessary preliminary work:
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD
Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL ON LEFT
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Release screw (2) and slide amplifier (3) in direction of arrow out of mounting.
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Engine:
Fig 1: Removing Amplifier
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NOTE: Until 09/2009 a Top HiFi amplifier with a different
pin assignment is installed!
Install cable jumper consisting of socket (1) (BMW Parts Service 6901844) and wire jumper (2) in
connector (3).
Create wire jumper (2) from wire (cross-section 0.75 mm ) and two stops (BMW Parts Department
1393724). Then connect pins 1 and 2 in the socket (1) with wire jumper (2).
NOTE: Connector chamber (4) is not included in current
version and remains unused in new replacement Top HiFi
amplifier!
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Fig 2: Identifying Socket, Wire Jumper, Connector And Connector Chamber
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Installation note:
Tabs (1) must be correctly slid into guide (2).
Check that amplifier (3) is securely seated.
Fig 3: Identifying Amplifier, Tabs And Guide
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Replacement:
Carry out PROGRAMMING/ENCODING .
RADIO, AUDIO AMPLIFIER, HEAD UNIT > 65 12 071 REMOVING AND
INSTALLING/REPLACING AMPLIFIER (HIFI SYSTEM)
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on
PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD
PROTECTION) .
NOTE: Comply with notes and instructions on HANDLING
OPTICAL FIBRES .
Necessary preliminary work:
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD
Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL ON LEFT
Release screw (1).
Disconnect plug connection (2) and slide amplifier (3) in direction of arrow out of bracket.
Fig 1: Removing Amplifier
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Installation note:
Tabs (1) must be correctly slid into guide (2).
Check that amplifier (3) is securely seated.
Fig 2: Identifying Amplifier, Tabs And Guide
Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Replacement:
For vehicle with production date up to 09/2010 , carry out conversion in the diagnosis system via path:
Vehicle
Conversions
Conversion Hi-Fi system
NOTE: On vehicle with production date after 09/2010 ,
no vehicle programming/encoding needs to be carried out!
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