Removing and installing (replacing) pedestrian protection (optical fibre) (X5 M)
WARNING:
Observe SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS
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Incorrect handling can activate pedestrian protection and cause injury.
CAUTION:
- Pedestrian protection sensor must be checked and/or replaced after airbag deployment.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove FRONT BUMPER PANEL .
A damaged impact absorber must not be reused.
Release expanding rivet (1).
Unlock plug connection (1) on left and right and disconnect.
Remove impact absorber (2).
Installation note:
First attach impact absorber (2) at the bottom and then press on at the top.
NOTE:
Diagram similar.
Remove optical fibre sensor (1) from impact absorber (2).
Check impact absorber (2). A damaged impact absorber (2) must not be reused.
CAUTION:
Fibre-optic cable (1) must be correctly routed in impact absorber (2).
Check impact absorber (2) for damage to the retaining lugs.
Do not fit damaged impact absorbers (2).