66 20 536 Removing and installing/replacing a rear center left ultrasonic sensor (JCW)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR BUMPER TRIM

Removal:

Unlock latch mechanisms (1).

Remove ultrasonic sensor with holder (2).

Fig 1: Ultrasonic Sensor With Holder

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Unlock latches at marked points.

Remove ultrasonic sensor (1) from holder (2).

Fig 2: Unlocking Rear Center Left Ultrasonic Sensor Latches

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Installation:

NOTE: Make sure rubber ring (1) is seated correctly on ultrasonic sensor (2)!

Fig 3: Locating Ultrasonic Sensor Rubber Ring

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Properly position ultrasonic sensor (1) and engage in holder (2).

NOTE: Before installation of ultrasonic sensor (1) on wiring harness, clean plug connection!

Latch mechanisms at marked points must not be damaged or missing!

Fig 4: Engaging Rear Center Left Ultrasonic Sensor In Holder

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Properly position ultrasonic sensor with holder (2) and engage in bumper panel.

NOTE: Latch mechanisms (1) must not be damaged or missing!

Fig 5: Ultrasonic Sensor With Holder

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