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Remove/Install Distronic Sensor (DTR) - AR30.30-S-1010E

Model 447.8, 448.8 

With Code ET4 (Active Distance Assist DISTRONIC) 

except code XM0 (Facelift) 

Model 447 

With Code JP2 (Driving Assistance package) 

except code XM0 (Facelift) 

G16482451Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
G16482452Courtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Fig 1: Distronic Sensor/Control Unit Components Location - Model 447 With Code JP2 / 447.8 With Code ET4 Except Code XM0
G16482453REMOVINGINSTALLINGINSTALLATION IMPORTANTIMPORTANTREFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMSREFER TO SPECIAL TOOLSCourtesy of MERCEDES-BENZ USA
Topical note  Information on preventing damage to electronic components due to electrostatic discharge   AH54.00-P-0001-01A
REMOVINGINSTALLING Remove/install     
1 Switch off ignition and remove transmitter key    
2 Remove retaining clips (7) and remove cover (8) INSTALLATION IMPORTANT Check retaining clips (7) for damage.
For damage

Replace respective retaining clip (7)
 
3 Open quick-release coupling (3), remove catch hook (arrows A) and remove fitting (2)    
4 Push radiator trim (1) slightly to the front, unlock locks (arrows B) and remove cover (4)    
5 Pull DISTRONIC (DTR) control unit (A89) out of the holder IMPORTANT The DISTRONIC (DTR) control unit (A89) is enraged with three ball studs (5) in holder.  
6 Unlock and detach electrical connection (6) on DISTRONIC (DTR) control unit (A89)    
7 Install in the reverse order    
8 Perform adjustment of the DISTRONIC (DTR) control unit (A89) with diagnostic system    
REFER TO SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEMS     AD00.00-S-2000-04E
REFER TO SPECIAL TOOLS 000 588 17 21 00 Adjusting device   WS30.00-P-0006B