Lateral Acceleration Sensor (m.y. 2000 and on), Removing and Installing

Lateral Acceleration Sensor (m.y. 2000 And On), Removing And Installing

There is a sensor for lateral acceleration installed at left and also at right (below B-pillar trim). Left and right sensors are identical.

Removing

WARNING: Observe all safety precautions for working on airbag.

- Note radio code (for vehicles equipped with coded anti-theft radio / radio navigation system).
- Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap and cover the negative battery post.
- Remove B-pillar trim.







- Disconnect harness connector - 3 -.
- Remove both screws - 2 - and remove sensor for lateral acceleration - 1 -.

Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:
- Note installation position of sensors for lateral acceleration:
- Arrow points downward
2 - Bolt - 6 Nm (2x)

NOTE:
- After connecting battery, vehicle options (radio, clock, electric window regulator) must be checked according to repair manual and/or user manual.
- If the Airbag Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) - K75 - signals a malfunction, DTC memory must be erased and then checked again using the VAG1551 scan tool.