Removing and Installing/Replacing Left B-Pillar Sensor

65 77 720 - Removing and installing/replacing left B-pillar sensor





Important!
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) 61 35 ... Notes on ESD Protection (Electro Static Discharge).





Warning!
Note airbag safety instructions! [1][2]Safety Regulations for Handling Components with Gas Generators
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.





Note:
Follow instructions for handling optical fibers 61 00 ... Notes on Handling Optical Fibers.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Disconnect battery negative lead Instructions for Disconnecting and Connecting Battery and cover
- Remove trim panel for door pillar Removing and Installing/Replacing Trim For Left or Right Door Pillar (Bottom) (bottom)





Slacken screws (1)
Release screw (2).

Installation Note:
Tightening torque 65 77 5AZ Airbag Triggering Control.

Raise B-pillar sensor (3) slightly through opening in B-pillar and feed out towards rear.

Unclip cable duct (4) at points (5).





Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.
Feed B-pillar sensor (2) in direction of arrow out of B-pillar (3) and remove.

Installation Note:
Make sure electrical leads are correctly routed.





Installation Note:
Make sure metal nut (1) is correctly positioned on B-pillar sensor (2).





Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding Programming and Relearning.