Rain/Light Recognition Sensor

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The rain/light recognition sensor is designed so that it can be used again. The only requirement to use it again is that the connecting pad must not be damaged.

CAUTION:

Store the removed Rain/Light Recognition Sensor protected from dust and make sure the silicon connecting pads are not soiled up until reinstallation.

NOTE:

Removing and installing the Rain Sensor -G213- and Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- is identical.

If the rain sensor was replaced by another rain sensor having a different part number, then it is necessary to code the new rain sensor. Refer to RAIN/LIGHT RECOGNITION SENSOR, CODING .

Rain sensors cannot be interchanged. Be sure to use the correct rain sensor.

Removal

-- Turn off the ignition and all electric consumers and remove the key.

-- Remove rearview mirror. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Disconnect electrical connection -A- from Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1-.

Fig 1: Identifying Connector -A- Harness Cover And Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1-

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-- Pry the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1- with a suitable screwdriver at the cut-out -3- from the retaining plate -2-.

Fig 2: Identifying Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1- Installed And Pressed Firmly Into Plate In Windshield -2-

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NOTE:

While removing, the complete Rain/Light Recognition Sensor and not only the upper shell of the sensor must be pried off.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

CAUTION:

Always clean the windshield surface inside the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor bracket before installing. Remove any traces of the connecting pad still remaining on the windshield.
Surface (connecting pads) of Rain/Light Recognition Sensor must not be soiled or damaged when installing. Always replace a sensor that has a damaged connecting pad.

NOTE:

If the surface (connecting pads) of Rain/Light Recognition Sensor is soiled, it can be potentially cleaned by applying and then pulling off one or more adhesive strips.

-- Clean windshield inside retaining plate, cleaning solution. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- If necessary, remove protective cap of new Rain/Light Recognition Sensor.

-- Insert Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1- into retaining plate on windshield -2- and press it firmly.

Fig 3: Identifying Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1- Installed And Pressed Firmly Into Plate In Windshield -2-

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NOTE:

Even if the sensor is installed correctly, small air bubbles can form between the windshield and the connecting pad. The contact surface must be free-of-bubbles after approximately 10 minutes.

-- Connect the connector -A- an secure sensor by installing harness cover.

Fig 4: Identifying Connector -A- Harness Cover And Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -1-

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-- Install rearview mirror. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Code the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor if necessary. Refer to RAIN/LIGHT RECOGNITION SENSOR, CODING .