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Ambient Light Sensor: Service and Repair




61 35 177 - Removing and installing/replacing rain/light sensor





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





Unclip cover (1) in direction of arrow and remove.





Pull out locks (1) in direction of arrow and remove rain/light sensor (2).
Disconnect plug connection (3).

Installation Note:
Do not damage optical element covered by rain/light sensor (2).
If necessary, initialize rain/light sensor Testing and Inspection (2).





Replacement:
Carry out vehicle programming/coding Programming and Relearning.
Initialize rain/light sensor Testing and Inspection.