Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-, REPLACING, VEHICLES THROUGH MY 2012: Removing

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Fig 1: Removing Rain/Light Recognition Sensor From Mount

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-- If replacing the control module, select the "Replace Control Module" function using the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester.

-- Remove the interior rearview mirror, refer to INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- 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- -3- by moving it back and forth and remove it from the mount.

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

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

Any silicone residue must be completely removed.