Acceleration sensor bodywork front (Four-C), replacing
Note. As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Scheme 55
The front acceleration sensors are under the headlamps. See the illustration.
Scheme 56
Ignition off.
Raise the car.
Removing the acceleration sensor
Remove the M10 nut.
Disconnect the connector.
Installing the acceleration sensor
Note. It is essential that the acceleration sensors are installed with the connector facing upwards and is secure in the vehicle. Otherwise movement may result in incorrect values being returned to the system, with poorer driving characteristics, when cornering for example, as a result.
Note. For tightening torques, see Tightening torque .
Install the M10 nut.
Connect the connector.
Test the function.
Acceleration sensor bodywork rear (Four-C), replacing
Note. As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Scheme 57
The rear acceleration sensor is located behind the left-hand wheel arch in the cargo compartment, see the illustration.
Preparatory work
Ignition off.
Remove the hatch in the rear side panel on the left-hand side of the cargo compartment.
Remove the M8 screw.
Disconnect the connector.
Install the M8 screw.
Connect the connector.
Finishing work
Install the hatch in the side panel.
Test the function.
Acceleration sensor suspension front (Four-C), replacing
Note. As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Ignition off.
Raise the car.
Scheme 58
Remove the M6 screw.
Leave the acceleration sensor hanging from its cable.
Note. It is essential that the acceleration sensors are installed with the soft side facing downwards and are securely fixed in the vehicle. Otherwise movement may result in incorrect values being returned to the system, with poorer driving characteristics, when cornering for example, as a result.
Note. For tightening torques, see Tightening torque .
Align the new acceleration sensor.
Install the M6 screw.
Route and secure the cable for the new acceleration sensor following the old cable. Remove the old cable.
Connect the connector.
Test the function.