Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-, REPLACING: Removing
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-- Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment. Place the ignition key outside of the vehicle.
-- 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.
- Any silicone residue must be completely removed.