Remove/install rear Adaptive Damping System (ADS) acceleration sensor - AR32.32-P-0002NKM

MODEL 117, 156, 176, 246 with CODE 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping) 

Shown on MODEL 176 

Fig 1: Rear Adaptive Damping System (ADS) Acceleration Sensor Remove/Install Component

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	Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge		AH54.00-P-0001-01A
	Remove/install
1	Switch off ignition and keep transmitter key at a location beyond transmitter range (at least 2 m)
2	Remove rear center section paneling (2)	Model 117 with code 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping)	AR68.30-P-4785NKC
		Model 156, 176 with code 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping)	AR68.30-P-4785NKA
		Model 246 with code 459 (Steel suspension with adjustable damping)	AR68.30-P-4785NKB
3	Unscrew bolt (3)
4	Remove ADS acceleration sensor (5) as far as possible upwards until electrical connection (4) is accessible	Note routing of wiring harness for electrical connection (4).
5	Disconnect electrical connection (4)
6	Install in the reverse order