37 14 512 Replacing rear ride-height sensor

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). See 61 35... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Release nut and disconnect jointed rod (3).

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut.

Tightening torque 37 14 7AZ. See INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 37 14 6AZ. See INTEGRATED SUSPENSION SYSTEMS - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Disconnect plug connection (4) and remove ride-height sensor.

Installation:

Sensor lever (2) must point outwards from ride-height sensor.

Fig 1: Identifying Jointed Rod, Sensor Lever And Screw

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After installation:

Check headlight adjustment , correct if necessary. See HEADLIGHTS .