Installing Rear Level Sensor

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Plug in electric connector -bottom arrow- on the level sensor -top arrow- until the connector engages securely.

Fig 1: Locating Plug Connection For Level Sensor
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Information
- In running gear with level adjustment, a level sensor is installed on each spring strut .
- The level sensor is screwed to the chassis subframe and front upper wishbone .
- Make sure that the level sensor is fitted with the swivel range of the lever towards the outside of the vehicle .
Tighten fastening screws -3- (Tightening torque 5 Nm (3.5 ftlb.)).

Fig 2: Installing Level Sensor
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Engage level sensor lever and position the level sensor.
Fit fastening nut -2- , counter with an open-ended wrench on the two flats -1- and tighten the nut Tightening torque 8 Nm (6 ftlb.).
If a new level sensor is installed, then the levelling system control unit must be calibrated.