Removing the Night Vision camera
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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 .
Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING FRONT ORNAMENTAL GRILLE .
- Release the screws (1) and remove the Night Vision camera (2).
- Version with build level from 03/2019 (G11, G12):
Loosen screws (1).
Slightly pull out the cover (2) of the Night Vision camera from the air flap control (3).
- Version with build level from 03/2019 (G11, G12):
Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Unlock and pull off the hose line (2).
Pull off the night vision camera (3) with the cover.