64 11 992 Removing and installing/replacing solar sensor

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 525i, 2002 BMW 525i, and 2001 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove trim for instrument panel (upper section). See 51 45 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING TRIM FOR UPPER SECTION OF INSTRUMENT PANEL

Feed out cable (1) from solar sensor (2) behind ventilation duct (3).

Fig 1: Removing Cable From Solar Sensor

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Detach solar sensor (1) upwards out of instrument panel.

Fig 2: Detaching Solar Sensor From Instrument Panel

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