Necessary preliminary tasks

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Disengage cable guides (2).

Open connector housing (1), pull plug connection out of holder and disconnect.

Pull cable with rubber grommet out of holders (3).

Installation:

Ensure proper locking of plug connector and proper seating of rubber grommets.

Fig 1: Identifying Connector Housing, Cable Guides And Holders

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Disengage cable guides (1).

Release Torx socket screw (2) and pull pulse sensor (3) out of bore.

Installation:

Tightening torque 31 51 3AZ .

Clean bore for pulse sensor and lubricate with Staburags NBU 12/K lubricating grease.

Fig 2: Identifying Cable Guides, Pulse Sensor And Torx Socket Screw

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IMPORTANT: Check sensor head prior to installation for external damage, replacing if necessary.