Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor -G550-, Removing And Installing: Removing

If the distance regulation control module is replaced, the corresponding program must be started in "Guided Functions" using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Remove the right front air intake grille. Refer to FRONT BUMPER .

RS Models:

-- Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to FRONT BUMPER .

-- Remove the air guide to the coolant auxiliary cooler. Refer to appropriate service information. .

All Models:

-- Remove the cover. Refer to -item 1) OVERVIEW - Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor -G550- from the Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor -G550-.

Vehicles through MY 2012

Fig 1: Turn Nuts Approximately 45Degrees Left And Remove Them

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-- Turn the nuts -2- approximately 45° to the left and remove them.

-- Release and remove the connector -3-.

-- Remove the Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor -G550- -1- forward through the bumper cover.

-- Remove the bolts -1- and the bracket -2-.

Fig 2: Identifying Bolts And Bracket

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Vehicles from MY 2012

Fig 3: Identifying Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor And Nuts

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-- Turn the nuts -2- approximately 45° to the left and remove the Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor -G550- -1- with the stud bolts from the nuts.

-- Release and remove the connector -3-.

-- Remove the Adaptive Cruise Control Sensor -G550- -1- forward through the bumper cover.

-- Turn the bolt -1- just far enough so that the tip of the bolt does not extend past the spring nut.

Fig 4: Turn Bolt Just Far Enough So That The Tip Of Bolt Does Not Extend Past The Spring Nut

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-- Remove the bolt -2 and 3- and the bracket.