Installing Rain Sensor

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Limited rain sensor function if the following points are not observed: 

• There must be no air trapped between the windscreen and silicone layer on the rain sensor. 
• The temperature of the windscreen and rain sensor must be approx. 20 °C during assembly. Carefully heat the windscreen and rain sensor using a hot-air gun if necessary. 
• The contact surfaces must be free of grease and dirt  .
• Do not touch silicone layer on the rain sensor. 
• Do not remove the protection cap from a new rain sensor until immediately before pressing the rain sensor onto the windscreen. 

1. Clean inner area of adhesive plate.
2. Insert electric plug connection -1-  until the connector engages securely.
   Fig 1: Connecting Electric Plug Connection

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3. Remove the protection cap from the sensor.
4. Position the sensor -1-  and insert it into the adhesive plate -2-  .
   Fig 2: Installing Sensor

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   • Ensure that the mirror base has been pushed completely onto the holder. 
5. Position the mirror base and connect it by turning until the clips engage securely.

   Installing mirror 

6. Position the cover on the mirror base and press together until the cover clicks into place.

   Securing cover 

7. To check the function of the rain sensor: Use a spray bottle filled with water to moisten the windscreen and switch on the windscreen wiper.