Door Sensors
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW Z4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Using a ball of butyl, remove screw cover from door opener trim panel and remove screw underneath.
- Using trim tool and starting at bottom, carefully remove door pull handle trim. Remove 2 screws and remove door pull handle. Using trim tool, pry out AIRBAG emblem from door trim panel and remove screw underneath.
- Loosen clips and remove door trim panel, disconnecting cables and connectors as necessary. Unlock and disconnect door sensor harness connector. Remove 2 screws and door sensor.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure door sensor seal is correctly seated. Tighten door sensor mounting nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Perform appropriate coding/programming using proprietary BMW DIS tester. Activate air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .