34 52 535 Replacing a rear pulse sensor

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove WHEEL
Read and comply with GENERAL INFORMATION .

Slacken nut (1).

Pull wheel arch trim (2) gently to one side.

Disengage cable from holders (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch Trim And Nut

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Installation note:

Ensure proper locking of the plug connector and proper seating of the cable in the brackets.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection

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Disengage cable from holders (1).

Unfasten socket head cap screw (2).

Withdraw wheel speed sensor (3) from bore hole.

Installation note:

Tightening torque: 34 51 4AZ .

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

Fig 3: Identifying Wheel Speed Sensor And Screw

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