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 DISCHARGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

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.

Fig 1: Identifying Sensor Line, Clips And Plug Connection

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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.