65 77 720 Removing and installing/replacing left or right B-pillar sensor (from 09/2005)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR DOOR PILLAR (bottom)

Release screw (1).

Slacken screw (2) and feed out B-pillar sensor in downward direction.

Tightening torque 65 77 5AZ .

Installation:

Make sure centering pin (3) is correctly seated.

Replace screws (1 and 2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Centering Pin

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Disconnect plug connection (1) and remove B-pillar sensor.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And B-Pillar Sensor

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