65 77 534 Removing and installing/replacing front right sensor (US version only)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM

NOTE: This operation depends on the engine version.

Release screw (1) on auxiliary radiator bracket (2).

Remove auxiliary radiator bracket (2) and carefully place to one side.

Fig 1: Identifying Auxiliary Radiator Bracket And Screw

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Installation:

Auxiliary radiator bracket (2) must be correctly seated in the designated guides.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 65 77 2AZ .

Feed out acceleration sensor (2).

Unlock plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Installation:

Make sure acceleration sensor (2) is in correct installation position.

Sensor surface of acceleration sensor (2) must point upwards!

Plug connection (3) must point in opposite direction to direction of travel.

Fig 2: Identifying Acceleration Sensor, Plug Connection And Screws

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