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Electrical system

Removing and installing automatic distance control unit, variant 1

In this manual: Electrical system
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Note If the automatic distance control unit -J428- is renewed, start the respective function → Vehicle diagnostic tester.

Special tools and workshop equipment required

Torque wrench -V.A.G 1331-

Removing
Removing and installing automatic distance control unit, variant 1
  • Remove bolts -arrows-.
  • Remove adaptive cruise control unit -J428--2-.
  • Disconnect electrical connector -1-.

Removing trim for radar sensor
Removing and installing automatic distance control unit, variant 1
  • Release retaining tabs of trim for radar sensor -2- on both sides in direction of arrow -A-.
  • Remove trim for radar sensor -2- from adaptive cruise control unit -J428--1-.

Installing

Install in the reverse order of removal, observing the following:

  • Calibrate adaptive cruise control → Chapter.

Specified torques

→ Chapter „Overview of fitting locations – adaptive cruise control, variant 1“
Removing and installing automatic distance control unit, variant 1

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