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Applique - B-Pillar - LH - Remove And Replace: Install

  1. For newer vehicles with HW4 only -  Install the bolts (x2) that attach the camera to the B-pillar applique.
    NOTE: Wiggle the camera O-ring through the B-pillar applique, and then fasten the bolts.

    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • TP8 - Mini ratchet bit set (1450424-00-A)
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  2. Connect the LH B-Pillar camera electrical connectors (x2), and then secure the locking tabs.

    Tip: Hold the applique away from body to gain better access to the camera connectors.

    Figure 5. HW3

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    Figure 6. HW4

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  3. Secure the applique seal into the LH B-pillar applique.
    NOTE: Use P-80 emulsifier to assist with seal installation.
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  4. Position the LH B-pillar applique onto the vehicle, and then secure the clip that attaches the applique to the vehicle.
    NOTE: Be sure to place the top of applique in position behind the upper seal. Insert the top tab first, and then push up and secure the lower clip.
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  5. Pull back the lower seal on the LH B-pillar applique, and then install the screws (x2) that attach the applique to the vehicle.

    3 N.m (2.2 ft-lbs) 

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • T25 socket
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  6. Secure the retaining tabs (x3) on the lower portion of the LH B-Pillar applique seal.
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  7. Reset the Driver Assistance System (DAS).
    1. Unlock the vehicle gateway. See Gateway Unlock .
    2. On the touchscreen Service Mode menu, touch Driver Assist > Cameras > Reset DAS. 
    3. On the touchscreen Cameras diagram, confirm that the Reset DAS  button is highlighted green and that all DAS components display a green status light.
    NOTE: Investigate and rectify any DAS components that display a red status light.
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  8. HW4 cameras only:  Run the camera connection test to update the new camera's firmware.
    NOTE: DAS Cameras are not CAN modules and cannot be updated via firmware reinstall or "Part Replacement Deploy".
    1. Locally connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See.
    2. Click on the Actions  tab, search for "calibration mode", and then Run  the DAS Enter Calibration Mode  routine.
    3. Click on the Actions  tab, search for "camera connection test", and then Run  the routine that corresponds with the camera that was replaced (e.g., Left B-Pillar Camera Connection Test  or Front Camera Connection Test  ).
      NOTE: The forward facing bi-camera assembly consists of two individual cameras that must be updated separately: Front Camera Connection Test  and Fisheye Camera Connection Test  . Make sure to update firmware on the cameras that were replaced.
      NOTE: If 2 versions of the same routine are displayed, Run  the routine that contains "-SCRIPT" in the "Path" field.
    4. In the Camera Connection Test prompt, change the "Timeout" to "100", and then Run  the routine.
      NOTE: This routine will update the camera's firmware and then confirm that the camera is connected.
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  9. Inspect the upper LH B-pillar applique seal to make sure it is fully seated and adjust as necessary.
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  10. Secure the top triangle portion of the LH B-Pillar applique seal into position against the body.
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  11. Close the LH rear door.
  12. Disable Service Mode. See Service Mode (Enable and Disable). .
  13. For vehicles with HW3 only  - Perform the following substeps:
    1. Connect a laptop with Toolbox 3 to the vehicle. See Toolbox 3 (Connect and Disconnect).Toolbox 3 - (Connect And Disconnect) .
    2. In Toolbox, click the Actions  tab, and then search for "Service-Redeploy".
    3. Click SERVICE CAN REDEPLOY  , and then click Run and allow the routine to complete.
      NOTE: Click the "X " at top right of the window to close once complete. The routine will state pass, but the update will continue to run in the background. The UI will show update progress.
    4. Re-establish connection to Toolbox 3.
    5. Click the Dashboards  tab, and then search for "Service Tools".
    6. Click the DAS Image Capture  button.
    7. Click the Clear Calibration Pillars  button.
      NOTE: Confirm successfully cleared calibration message.
    8. Click the Capture Image  button.
      NOTE: The image may take up to 2 minutes to display.
    9. Review the images and make sure all the cameras are able to capture an image correctly.
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    10. Disconnect Toolbox 3 and remove the laptop from the vehicle.
  14. Raise the LH front window and close the LH front door.