66 51 030 Removing and installing/replacing camera for Lane Departure Warning

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .

Fig 1: Pressing Two-Part Mirror Base Cover

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Expand two-part mirror base cover (1) by pressing from below and detach.

Feed out two-part mirror base cover (1) and remove.

NOTE: Latch mechanisms of two-part mirror base cover (1) must not be damaged.

Slide camera (1) in direction of arrow out of mounting.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Installation note:

Make sure camera (1) is firmly seated in mounting.

Fig 2: Sliding Camera Out Of Mounting

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For replacement F01, F02, F03, F04, F10, F11, F18, F12, F13 to 07/2012:

Carry out calibration via BMW diagnosis system:

Service functions:

NOTE: A new calibration is also required when the windscreen is replaced.

NOTE: Heating of camera for lane departure warning is integrated in windscreen.
If heating is defective, the windscreen must be replaced!