Remove ride height sensor, front
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WARNING:
Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
- For additional information see: 00... RAISING THE VEHICLE USING A VEHICLE LIFT
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Electrostatic discharge.
Damage to or destruction of electrical components.
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: 61 35... NOTES ON ESD (ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE) PROTECTION .
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL .
NOTE:
Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.
- Release nut (1) on wishbone upwards.
- Release the attachment rod (2) from the top wishbone.
- Release the screw (2) at the holder of the ride height sensor (1).
- Turn the ride height sensor (1) to the side.
- Unlock plug connection (2) and disconnect.
- Detach the wiring harness (3) from ride height sensor holder.
- Remove the ride height sensor (1).