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Removing and Installing/Replacing ACC Sensor




66 31 006 - Removing and installing (replacing) ACC sensor





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front bumper trim 51 11 156 Removing and Installing Front Bumper Trim





Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unclip ACC sensor (2) from ACC holder (3) towards front.

Installation:
Make sure ACC sensor (2) is correctly engaged in ACC holder (3).





Important!
Always replace plastic nuts (1).

Turn plastic nuts (1) with a suitable tool through approx. 90° and pull towards rear out of holder (2).





Check preliminary adjustment of ACC sensor (1).
If necessary, carry out preliminary adjustment at retaining pins (2).
- Basic dimension A: 43 ± 0.5 mm
- Final dimension A: is adapted by means of ACC sensor adjustment Adjusting ACC Sensor






Important!
After fitting front bumper trim, check concentric position of ACC sensor eye (1) in relation to trim (3).

If necessary, carry out position adjustment by means of screws (2).

Tightening torque 66 31AZ1 [1][2]Distance Sensor, Cruise Control.
Make sure plain ACC sensor (1) can move freely.





Replacement:
Carry out programming/coding Programming and Relearning.
Carry out ACC sensor adjustment Adjusting ACC Sensor using BMW diagnostic system.