Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-

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Removal

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. For the correct Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-, refer to appropriate service information.

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 Connector -A- Harness Cover And Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1-

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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 -1- Installed And Pressed Firmly Into Plate In Windshield -2-

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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.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

CAUTION:

Always clean the windshield surface inside the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- bracket before Installation. Remove any traces of the connecting pad still remaining on the windshield.
Surface (connecting pads) of Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- must not be contaminated or damaged when Installation. Replace the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- if the connecting pad is damaged.

Surface (connecting pads) of Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- must not be contaminated when installing.

If the surface (connecting pads) of the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- is contaminated, it can be potentially cleaned by "applying" and then "pulling off" one or more adhesive strips.

-- Clean the inside of the windshield retaining plate thoroughly with isopropanol, refer to Description and Operation .

-- Remove the cap from the new Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-.

-- Install the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- -1- into the plate in the windshield -2- and then press firmly on it.

Fig 3: Identifying Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1- Installed And Pressed Firmly Into Plate In Windshield -2-

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Approximately 10 minutes after Installation, there must be no air bubbles between windshield and connecting pads of Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-.

-- Connect the connector -A- and install the harness cover to secure the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- -1-.

Fig 4: Identifying Connector -A- Harness Cover And Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1-

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-- Install the interior rearview mirror, refer to Description and Operation .

-- For coding the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397-, refer to Vehicle Electrical System Control Module -J519- FUNCTION .