Removing the front ornamental grille/radome

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Failure to comply with the specifications for closing the hood.
Paintwork damage on the A-pillar, scratches or flaking of the paint.

Mask off the hood at the corners.
Let the hood fall maximum 30-40 cm when closing it.

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Center front ornamental grille falling off.
Damage in the connector area of the radome.

It is imperative to replace components that have fallen off even if there is no visible damage.

Preliminary work

Refer to MOVING THE HOOD TO THE SERVICE POSITION .
Refer to REMOVING THE NUMBER PLATE BASEPLATE FOR THE FRONT LICENSE PLATE .
Refer to REMOVING THE RADIATOR GRILLE FRAME .

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Center front ornamental grille falling off.
Damage in the connector area of the radome.

It is imperative to replace components that have fallen off even if there is no visible damage.

Release screws (1) .
Remove the front ornamental grille (2) while possibly unlocking and disconnecting the existing plug connection.

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Check

Check the sense amplifier (1) for damage.

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Result

» Sense amplifier (1) is damaged.

Measure

Remove the pedestrian protection sensor, visually check for damage and replace if necessary.

Measure

Replace the sense amplifier (1) .