Rain Sensor: Installation

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INSTALL RAIN SENSOR TAPE

If reusing the rain sensor.

Install new ram sensor tape

Remove the used rain sensor tape from the windshield glass or rain sensor.

Apply new rain sensor tape on the rain sensor lens surface in the area indicated by the hatched area.

Fig 1: Identifying Rain Sensor Tape Area Position

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NOTE:

Keep the tape's exposed adhesive free from dust and fingerprints.
Apply the tape exactly according to the specifications below.

Specification

AREA SPECIFICATION CHART

Area	Measurement
A	15 mm (0.591 in.)
B	8 mm (0.315 in.)

INSTALL RAIN SENSOR
NOTE:
- Make sure the adhesive between the bracket and windshield glass is normal.
- If there is any residue left from the rain sensor tape on the windshield, remove it.
- Clean the glass surface with cloth or similar material.
- Make sure there are no air bubbles between the rain sensor and windshield.
1. Peel the separation paper from the rain sensor tape
2. Securely attach the rain sensor to the bracket.
3. Push in the stopper
4. Connect the connector
INSTALL INNER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY (See INSTALLATION )
INSTALL RAIN SENSOR COVER (See INSTALLATION )
CONNECT CABLE TO NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
NOTE: When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected (see INITIALIZATION ).
INSTALL BATTERY SERVICE HOLE COVER LH (See INSTALLATION )
INSTALL LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT MAT SUB-ASSEMBLY (See INSTALLATION )