66 54 511 Replacing night vision camera

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection).

IMPORTANT: New component contains a CD with deblocking code.
Enable code CD is requested during coding/programming by the SSS.
Coding/programming without the enable code CD is not possible!

Necessary preliminary work

Removing SPRAY NOZZLE FOR NIGHT VISION CAMERA .

Release screws (2) on holder for camera (1).

Unclip catches (3) on camera holder (1).

Remove camera including holder (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Latch Mechanisms On Camera Holder

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Release lock (1) at adjusting screw (2) and press upwards in direction of arrow.

At same time twist out adjusting screw (2) and pull out complete pin with spring.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection With Tabs

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Holder (2) and fixture (3) must also be replaced when replacing camera (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Holder, Fixture And Camera

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Assembly of individual parts:

Place mount (2) on camera.

Tighten screws (1).

Tightening torque 66 54 1AZ.

Fig 4: Identifying Mount On Camera With Screws

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Insert camera (2) with mount in holder.

Retaining lugs (1) on the mount must engage correctly in the guides on the holder (3).

Fig 5: Identifying Camera, Retaining Lugs And Holder

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After installation

Adjust NIGHT VISION CAMERA .

Replacement:

Carry out VEHICLE PROGRAMMING AND ENCODING. .