61 35 243 Removing and installing (replacing) Smart Opener top sensor line (non-contact rear lid opening)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR BUMPER TRIM

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage, do not kink sensor line!

Unlock associated plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release sensor line (2) at clips (3) and remove.

Installation note:

Make sure plug connection (1) and sensor line (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Sensor Line And Clips

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Make sure connecting line is correctly laid.

Clips (3) must not be missing or damaged.