65 77 735 Removing and installing/replacing central sensor

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Incorrect handling can activate airbag deployment and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH CABLE
Remove CENTER CONSOLE SUPPORT

Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove holder (2) from center console wiring harness (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts, Holder, And Center Console Wiring Harness

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Tightening torque 65 77 5AZ .

Remove sensor (2).

Unlock plug connection (3) and disconnect.

Installation:

Make sure sensor is mounted without play.

Fig 2: Identifying Sensor, Nuts And Plug Connection

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