65 77 720 Removing and installing (replacing) left B-pillar sensor (older version)

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WARNING: NOTE AIRBAG SAFETY REGULATIONS!
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary work:

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR DOOR POST .

Release screw (1) on B-pillar (3).

Loosen screw (2).

Installation note:

Tightening torque 65 77 3AZ .

Make sure sensor is mounted without play.

Feed out B-pillar sensor in downward direction.

Fig 1: Identifying Screw And B-Pillar

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Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Remove B-pillar sensor (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And B-Pillar Sensor

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