65 77 720 Removing and installing (replacing) left B-pillar sensor

Attention! 

Read and comply with NOTES ON PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Disconnect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD and cover
• Remove TRIM PANEL FOR DOOR POST (BOTTOM)

Removal: 

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release screw (2).

Remove sensor (3).

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Installation: 

Mount the sensor (3).

Tighten screw (2).

Tightening torque: 65 77 3AZ .

Connect and lock plug connection (1).

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Required reworking: 

• Connect BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD
• Install TRIM PANEL FOR DOOR POST (bottom)