Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, THROUGH MY 2009: Removing

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Fig 1: Retaining Clip, Releasing

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-- Remove the interior rearview mirror. Refer to INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR .

-- Disconnect the connector.

-- Release the retaining tab -arrows- with a small screwdriver.

-- Remove the retaining clip -2- from the mounting plate -1-.

-- Wait one minute so that the silicon pad can release without leaving any residue.

-- Loosen the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- -item 3- by moving it back and forth and remove it from the mount.

-- Remove the silicon pad from the windshield, leaving no residue.