66 31 006 Removing and Installing/Replacing ACC Sensor (Build Date From 03/2005)

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim grille for bumper trim sideways. See 51 11 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SIDE TRIM GRILLE FOR BUMPER TRIM (FROM 03/2005)

IMPORTANT:

Secure ACC sensor (2) against falling out.

Cover bumper in working area (1) with adhesive tape.

Using special tool 00 9 317 , unclip ACC sensor (2) from holders on both sides.

Installation:

ACC sensor must be felt and heard to snap into place.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (00 9 317), ACC Sensor & Working Area

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IMPORTANT: Secure ACC sensor (1) against falling out.

Disconnect plug connection (2) and remove sensor (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection & Sensor

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After installation:

Adjusting ACC sensor See 66 31 001 ADJUSTING ACC SENSOR
Using BMW scan tool, carry out programming/coding

Replacement:

Carry out rough adjustment of ACC sensor (1) at adjusting screws (2).

Measurement A [mm]: 42.5 to 43.5

Fig 3: Identifying ACC Sensor And Adjusting Screws
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