37 14 512 Replacing rear ride-height sensor: Notes

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IMPORTANT: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for raising the vehicle

NOTE: Ride-height sensor holder on rear axle carrier 37 14 3AZ .
Jointed rod to holder 37 14 4AZ .
Holder to upper control arm 37 14 5AZ .

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release nut (2) and remove jointed rod from sensor lever (3).

Installation:

Replace self-locking nut.

Sensor lever (3) must point from ride-height sensor to lower control arm.

Tightening torque 37 14 4AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Sensor Lever With Plug Connection And Mounting Screws

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

Installation:

Tightening torque 37 14 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Ride-Height Sensor Mounting Screws

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