65 77 720 Removing and installing (replacing) left B-pillar sensor

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WARNING: NOTE AIRBAG SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS !
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD and cover.
Remove FRONT ENTRANCE COVER STRIP .
Remove seat belt retractor with holder.

Version with rear cabin air conditioning:

Remove FRONT SEAT .
Remove rear cabin ventilation duct from B-pillar.
Partially detach carpet in area of B-pillar.
If necessary, remove rear cabin ventilation duct under carpet.

Release screws (1), feed out sensor and disconnect associated plug connection.

Tightening torque 65 77 3AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Cabin Ventilation Duct Screws

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Installation:

Establish correct positioning of B-pillar sensor (1) by means of guide pin (2) and screw (3).

Fig 2: Identifying B-Pillar Sensor, Guide Pin And Screw

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