34 52 550 Removing and installing/replacing DSC sensor

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove RIGHT FRONT SEAT
Remove FRONT RIGHT DOOR SILL COVER STRIP
Remove SIDE PANEL in right footwell

Fold carpet (1) to one side and expose DSC sensor (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Carpet And DSC Sensor

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IMPORTANT: Vibration-sensitive component.
Implement screw connection correctly, otherwise there may be malfunctions in the DSC.

Unlock and disconnect plug (1).

Release screws (2) and remove DSC sensor (3) with holder.

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 51 3AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying DSC Sensor With Plug And Screws

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Release nuts (1) and detach DSC sensor (2) from holder.

Installation:

Tightening torque 34 51 2AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying DSC Sensor With Nuts

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Carry out calibration/adjustment of DSC sensor.