Installing actuator

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Connect plug (1) to actuator.

Fig 1: Connecting Plug To Actuator

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Secure actuator screws (2).

Tighten screws hand-tight only.

Fig 2: Identifying Actuator Screws (Hand Tight Only)

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Insert screws (1) and tighten down

Tightening torque 41 61 5AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Actuator Screws

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Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 41 61 4AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Actuator Screws (Hand Tight Only)

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Fit resetter (2).

Remove retaining screws (1).

IMPORTANT: After the actuator has been installed, retaining screws (1) must be removed again!

If the retaining screws are not removed after the actuator has been installed, active pedestrian protection will not function.

Seal holes of retaining screws with protective caps.

Comply with notes regarding handling active PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION .

Fig 5: Identifying Resetter And Retaining Screws

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