66 54 010 Remove and installing complete night vision camera (from 03/2007)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT BUMPER TRIM .
Remove impact absorber in working area

Drill out rivets (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Rivets

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IMPORTANT: Secure night vision camera (1) against falling down.

Disconnect plug connection (2) and release screw (3).

Tightening torque nut: 4.5 N.m, Torx bolt: 12 N.m.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Screw

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IMPORTANT: Secure night vision camera (1) against falling down.

Disconnect hose connection (2) and unclip cable fastener (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Hose Connection (2) And Cable Fastener (3)

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After installation:

Fill up with washer fluid

Replacement only:

Replace NIGHT VISION CAMERA