Rain/Light Recognition Sensor - G397-, Replacing, From My 2013: Removing

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Fig 1: Locating Screwdriver

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-- If replacing the control module, select the "Replace control module" function for the corresponding control module on the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Turn off the ignition.

-- Vehicles with ignition lock: Remove the ignition key.

-- Remove the interior rearview mirror. Refer To INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Disconnect the connector -3-.

-- Insert a narrow screwdriver -5- into the opening as shown and release the retainers on the spring -2- -arrows-.

-- Wait one minute so that the silicone pad can be removed without leaving any residue.

-- Loosen the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- -Item 4- by moving it back and forth and remove it from the mount -1-.

-- Clean the adhesive surface on the windshield with Cleaning Solution:D 009 401 04 .

Any silicone residue must be completely removed.