65 77 532 Removing and installing/replacing front left sensor (US version only)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screw (1) on auxiliary radiator holder (2).

Detach holder (2) and carefully remove it from the work area.

Installation note:

Holder (2) must be correctly seated in the designated guides.

Fig 1: Identifying Auxiliary Radiator Holder Screw

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Release screw (1).

Remove the auxiliary water pump including holder.

Fig 2: Identifying Auxiliary Water Pump And Screw

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Remove the auxiliary water pump (1) from the work area as shown and tie up.

Fig 3: Securing Auxiliary Water Pump Away From Work Area

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Release screw (1) on air duct (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Air Duct Screw

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Fold air duct (4) to one side.

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 65 77 2AZ .

Feed out sensor (1).

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Installation note:

Make sure sensor (1) is in correct installation position.

Sensor surface must point upwards.

Plug connection (2) must point in opposite direction to direction of travel.

Fig 5: Identifying Air Duct, Screws, Plug Connection, And Sensor

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