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61 35 177 Removing and installing (replacing) rain/light sensor

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Expand two-part mirror base cover (1) by pressing from below and detach.

Fig 1: Removing Two-Part Mirror Base Cover

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Feed out two-part mirror base cover (1) and remove.

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Press locks (1) in direction of arrow and remove rain/light sensor (2) towards bottom.

Installation:

Do not damage optical element covered by rain/light sensor (2).

If necessary, initialize rain/light sensor. Refer to 61 35 679 Initializing rain/light sensor .

Replacement:

Carry out coding/programming.

Observe following IDC specifications:

Programming
Coding
If necessary, car & key memory
CD "CIP"

Fig 3: View Of Control Unit

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