61 35 683 Replacing optics for solar rain/light sensor

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove SOLAR RAIN/LIGHT SENSOR

Optics can only be replaced in the following equipment specifications:

E70/E71without Head-Up Display

Carefully unlock catches (1) of solar rain/light sensor (2).

Remove optical element for solar rain/light sensor (3).

Installation:

Detach protective cover from new optical element for solar rain/light sensor.

Catches (1) of solar rain/light sensor (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Observe laser marking (4) of fitting aid.

Fig 1: Identifying Solar Rain/Light Sensor, Optical Element, Laser Marking, And Catches

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Replacement:

When fitting a different type of windscreen, carry out CODING to determine the windscreen type for the light sensor.

Carry out INITIALIZATION to calibrate the rain sensor to the windscreen.