65 77 740 Removing and installing (replacing) left front door sensor

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WARNING: Comply with AIRBAG SAFETY INFORMATION .
Incorrect handling can lead to airbag deployment and cause injury!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT LEFT DOOR TRIM PANEL

Open sound insulation in area (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Left Front Door Sound Insulation

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 65 77 2AZ .

Feed out sensor and disconnect plug connection (2).

Installation note:

Make sure sensor is securely seated in door panel.

Sealing ring (3) must not be missing!

Fig 2: Identifying Left Front Door Sensor Screw, Plug Connection And Sealing Ring

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