Seat Leon >> Removing and installing entry and start authorisation control unit - J518-

SEAT Leon Service and Repair Manual / Electrical system / Lights, bulbs, switches - exterior / Entry and start authorisation / Removing and installing entry and start authorisation control unit - J518-

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.

Lights, bulbs, switches - exterior

  • 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.

Lights, bulbs, switches - exterior

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