65 77 532 Removing and installing/replacing front left sensor

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove radiator cover, refer to REMOVING RADIATOR COVER
Remove front bumper trim, refer to 51 11 156 Removing And Installing Front Bumper Trim

Release screws (1) on deflector (2).

Fig 1: Releasing Screws On Deflector

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Release screw (1).

Fig 2: Releasing Expansion Rivet

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Release expansion rivet (2).

Lay deflector (3) inwards to one side.

Release expander rivets (1) and remove intake duct (2) towards front.

Fig 3: Removing Intake Duct

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Release screws (2), tightening torque 65 77 3AZ. Refer to AUDIO, NAVIGATION AND ANTI-THEFT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Fig 4: Removing Front Left Sensor

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Unlock and disconnect plug connection (1) and remove front left sensor (3).