65 77 720 Removing and installing (replacing) left B-pillar sensor

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

WARNING: NOTE AIRBAG SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

DISCONNECT BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD and cover
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR DOOR PILLAR (BOTTOM)

Release screw (1).

Loosen screw (2).

Installation:

Tightening torque 65 77 5AZ .

If necessary, remove B-pillar sound insulation (5).

Raise B-pillar sensor (3) slightly through opening in B-pillar and feed out towards rear.

Fig 1: Identifying B-Pillar Sensor With Insulation, Plug Connection And Screws

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Unfasten plug connection (4) and disconnect.

Remove B-pillar sensor (3) from B-pillar.

Installation:

Establish correct positioning of B-pillar sensor (1) by means of guide pin (2) and screw (3).

Fig 2: Identifying B-Pillar Sensor With Guide Pin And Screw

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