Impact sensor, side, front (328D, 328P)
 
  
 
 
  
   
    
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               |  Warning |  
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                     The battery's ground cable must be removed before the positive cable. Wait for at least 1 minute after disconnecting the battery before beginning any work on the airbag system. Otherwise the airbag may be deployed unintentionally and this can cause fatal/severe personal injuries.
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       | 1. | Turn the ignition key to the position LOCK. 
 
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       | 3. | Dismantle the front and rear scuff plates. 
 
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       | 5. | Fold under the carpet. 
 
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       | 6. | Dismantle the side impact sensor by loosening the screws a few turns. Press together the locking clips on the rear part of the sensor. Press back the front part of the sensor and pull out the sensor. 
 
   
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       | 7. | Dismantle the side impact sensor's connector. 
 
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       | 1. | Connect the side impact sensor's connector. 
 
   
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       | 2. | Fit the side impact sensor by placing the sensor in its position. Pull forward the front part of the sensor. Tighten the screws. 
 Tightening torque 6 Nm (4 lbf ft)
 
 
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       | 5. | Fit the front and rear scuff plates. 
 
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       | 8. | Turn ON the ignition switch and check the airbag system and control module using the diagnostic tool as follows: 
 
 
         Connect the diagnostic tool to the data link connector under the dashboard. Delete any diagnostic trouble codes.
         
         Turn the ignition OFF and then ON again. Wait at least 1 minute with the ignition on.
         
         Check if any fault codes are displayed:
        If a diagnostic trouble code is shown: 
 
 
         Carry out fault diagnosis according to the instructions under respective trouble codes.
        If a diagnostic trouble code is not shown: 
 
 
         The assembly was successful. Disconnect the diagnostic tool.
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