37 14 515 Replacing rear left or right ride height sensor

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IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INFORMATION for raising the vehicle.

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

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Left/Right Ride-Height Sensor Plug Connection

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Release nut (2) and disconnect jointed rod.

Tightening torque 37 14 4AZ .

Installation note:

Sensor lever (3) must point from ride height sensor to respective rear wheel.

Replace self-locking nut.

Fig 2: Identifying Ride-Height Sensor, Sensor Lever, Nuts And Screws

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Release screws (1) and remove ride-height sensor (3).

Tightening torque 37 14 2AZ .

Replacement:

Release screws (1). Remove holder (2) from ride-height sensor.

Tightening torque 37 14 3AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Front Left/Right Ride-Height Sensor Holder And Screws

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After installation:

Carry out RIDE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT .
Check HEADLIGHT SETTING , correct if necessary.