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Replacing the gel pad for rain light solar mist sensor

Only valid for sensors with a 35 mm diameter. 

Precondition 

The gel pad for rain light solar mist sensor is removed 

  1. Replacing the gel pad 
    NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE 
    Damage to the surface. 
    The use of sharp-edged tools can damage the surface. 
    • Only use microfiber cloths.
    • Pull off the gel pad (1) manually.

      Do not touch or damage the PCB (2).

    • Remove present residual gel using a microfiber cloth.
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    • Clean the surface of the rain-light-solar-condensation sensor with a microfiber cloth soaked in a solvent cleaner R2.
      CONSUMABLE SPECIFICATION

      Cleaning agent R2  500 ml 83190417324
    • Replace gel pad.

      Parts:  Gel pad

    • Pull off the yellow protective film (1).
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    • Position the gel pad (1) centrally on the surface of the rain-light-solar-condensation sensor (2).

      Do not squeeze out any air pockets present.

      Air pockets disappear within 30 min after assembly of the sensor on the windshield.

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    • Pull off the protective film (1).
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