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

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary work:

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

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Feed out connecting line from holder.

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

Installation note:

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

Make sure connecting line is correctly laid.

Clips (3) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Sensor Line, Clips And Plug Connection

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