37 14 017 Removing and installing/replacing front mounted acceleration sensor

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

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FRONT WHEEL ARCH TRIM

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screws (2) and remove mounted acceleration sensor (3).

Tightening torque 37 14 8AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Acceleration Sensor With Nuts

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