61 35 243 Removing and installing (replacing) Smart Opener top sensor line (non-contact rear lid opening)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove COVER ON REAR BUMPER PANEL

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage, do not kink sensor line!

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Feed out connecting line from holder.

Release sensor line (2) at clips (3) and remove.

Installation note:

Make sure plug connection (1) and sensor line (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection, Sensor Line And Clips

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Make sure connecting line is correctly laid.

Clips (3) must not be missing or damaged.