Removing the engine wiring harness for sensor system 1

WARNING: Heavy component falling down or tipping.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Before lowering or removing the front axle: Secure the engine in the installation position.
For additional information see: 11 00 670 Securing engine in INSTALLATION POSITION .

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist where components are supported.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Secure the vehicle hoist against lowering and lifting.

WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
For additional information see: 00... Raise the vehicle using a VEHICLE LIFT. .

WARNING: Car may slip off the vehicle hoist if the weight is distributed unevenly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Ensure there is a specific weight compensation on the car.

Preliminary work

Refer to DISCONNECTING ALL BATTERY GROUND LEADS .
Refer to BRINGING FRONT COMPARTMENT LID IN THE SERVICE POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AT THE REAR LEFT .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER OF THE REAR RIGHT ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING THE SEAL FOR THE HOOD REAR .
Refer to REMOVING LEFT AND RIGHT WIPER ARM .
Refer to REMOVING THE COWL COVER .
Refer to REMOVING THE BULKHEAD UPPER PART .
Refer to REMOVING THE SECOND BULKHEAD AT THE BOTTOM .
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER .
Refer to REMOVING ACOUSTIC COVER AT REAR
Refer to REMOVING THE TOP RIGHT AND LEFT COVER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT .
Refer to REMOVING STAND FOR THE HOOD GASKET LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING ALL IGNITION COILS .
Refer to REMOVING FUEL DELIVERY LINE .
Refer to REMOVING THE DME CONTROL UNIT
Refer to REMOVE THE INTEGRATED POWER SUPPLY MODULE (PDM)
Refer to REMOVE CONTROL UNIT BRACKET
Refer to REMOVING RIGHT FRONT-END STRUT .
Refer to REMOVING INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
Refer to REMOVING RESONATOR
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT LEFT AND RIGHT WHEELS .
Refer to REMOVING THE COVER PANEL FOR THE FRONT AXLE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to REMOVING REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
Refer to DRAINING THE COOLANT FROM THE LOW-TEMPERATURE COOLING SYSTEM
Refer to CONNECTING THE COOLANT LINE TO THE AUXILIARY COOLANT PUMP .
Refer to REMOVING TANK VENT VALVE .
Refer to REMOVING THE INTAKE PLENUM
Refer to MOVE THE ENGINE TO THE INSTALLATION POSITION .
Refer to DETACHING STEERING SHAFT AT BOTTOM FROM STEERING GEAR .
Refer to RELEASING THE EPS WIRING HARNESS FROM THE ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING GEAR .
Refer to DETACHING THE LINE CONNECTION OF THE RIDE HEIGHT SENSOR .
Refer to IF INSTALLED: DISCONNECT THE VACUUM LINE OF THE ENGINE MOUNTS .
Refer to RELEASING THE ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP AND COOLANT HOSES FROM THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT
Refer to DETACHING THE ANTI-ROLL BAR LINK FROM THE ANTI-ROLL BAR ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT .
Refer to PREPARING THE SPECIAL TOOL .
Refer to SUPPORT THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT .
Refer to DETACHING AND LOWERING THE FRONT AXLE SUPPORT
Refer to REMOVING THE ACOUSTIC COVER OF THE OIL SUMP .

Engine wiring harness for sensor system 1

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NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.

Leave the electrical components in their original packaging until they are being installed. Only use the original packaging for returning the product. Always package removed components straight away.
Read and comply with user information on using the associated special tool 12 7 060.
Only tap the housings of electrical components. Do not tap pins or multi-pin connectors directly.
Wear electrically conductive clothing and antistatic shoes (with ESD symbol).
For additional information, see: NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Damage to wires when disconnecting connectors and plug connections.
Sheared wires can cause a short circuit.

Do not pull on wires when disconnecting connectors and plug connections.

Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1).
Unlock plug connection (2) and disconnect.
Unlock plug connection (3) and disconnect.
Release the clamps (arrows).

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Unlock and disconnect the plug connections (1) and (2).
Release the clamps (arrows).

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Loosen screws (1).
Unlock the lock (arrow).
Remove the wiring harness section (2) and put to one side.

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Loosen screws (1).
Feed out engine wiring harness (2) of sensor system 1 and set aside.

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Unlock and disconnect plug connections (1).
Release the clamps (arrows).
Feed out engine wiring harness (2) of sensor system 1 and set aside.

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Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release the clamps (arrows).
Feed out engine wiring harness (2) of sensor system 1 and set aside.

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Feed out engine wiring harness (1) for sensor system 1 and remove it.

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