64 11 992 Removing and installing or replacing solar sensor

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Lever off trim (1) with a suitable tool.

Installation:

Make sure trim (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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IMPORTANT: Tape off work area around solar sensor (1) (risk of damage).

Lever out solar sensor (1) with a suitable object.

Fig 2: Identifying Solar Sensor

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Firmly pull solar sensor (1) upwards to release binding (adhesive tape inside instrument panel).

Feed plug connection (2) out of instrument panel and disconnect.

Installation:

Wrap adhesive tape round plug connection to prevent rattling noises.

Fig 3: Removing Solar Sensor

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