Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-: Removal

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The Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- can be installed again if it is not damaged when removing it from the retaining plate on the windshield (for example when replacing the windshield). If the windshield is cracked in the area near the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-, then the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- cannot be used again.

Ensure that the removed Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- is stored in a dust-free area and that the silicone connecting pads are not dirty.

The Rain/Light Recognition Sensors -G397- cannot be optionally installed. Use the correct Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-.

Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-, servicing, TRW, refer to RAIN/LIGHT RECOGNITION SENSOR -G397-, TRW, SERVICING .

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers and remove the ignition key.

-- Remove the interior rearview mirror, refer to DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION .

-- Disconnect the connector -A- from the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- -1-.

Fig 1: Identifying Harness Cover And Rain/Light Recognition Sensor

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Not every Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- has three cutouts. If the third cutout is not there, pry it out at a different location.

-- Pry the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- -1- with a suitable screwdriver at the cutout -3- from the retaining plate -2-.

Fig 2: Identifying Rain/Light Recognition Sensor Installed And Pressed Firmly Into Plate In Windshield

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While removing, the complete Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- and not only the upper shell of the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- must be pried off.