BMW 7 Series: Pedestrian Protection
REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) LEFT PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION SENSOR
WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling gas generators.
Incorrect handling can activate pedestrian protection and cause injury.
Necessary preliminary work
- Disconnect BATTERY CABLE
- Remove ORNAMENTAL GRILLE IN BUMPER TRIM.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 65 76 1AZ.
Feed out sensor (2).
Fig. 95: Identifying Screws And Sensor
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Remove sensor (2).
Fig. 96: Identifying Plug Connection And Sensor
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING MIDDLE PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION SENSOR
WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling gas generators.
Incorrect handling can activate pedestrian protection and cause injury.
Necessary preliminary work
- Disconnect BATTERY CABLE
- Remove BASEPLATE FOR NUMBER PLATE
- Remove ORNAMENTAL GRILLE IN BUMPER TRIM.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 65 76 1AZ.
Feed out sensor (2).
Fig. 97: Identifying Screws And Sensor
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Remove sensor (2).
Fig. 98: Identifying Plug Connection And Sensor
REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING RIGHT PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION SENSOR
WARNING: Observe SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS for handling gas generators.
Necessary preliminary work
- Disconnect BATTERY CABLE
- Remove ORNAMENTAL GRILLE IN BUMPER TRIM.
Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 65 76 1AZ.
Feed out sensor (2).
Fig. 99: Identifying Screws And Sensor
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Remove sensor (2).
Fig. 100: Identifying Plug Connection And Sensor
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Overview Of Aerial Diversity
Fig. 101: Overview Of Aerial Diversity
Aerial amplifier
Blocking circuit
AM choke (US vehicles only)
Back - up aerial
Interference suppression filter
OVERVIEW OF SENSORS FOR AIRBAG SYSTEM AND
Removing And Installing/Replacing Airbag Control Unit
IMPORTANT: Read and comply with NOTES on protection against electrostatic
damage (ESD
protection)!
WARNING: NOTE AIRBAG SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
Incorrect handling can activate airbag and cause injury.
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Repair Work On GFP Components With Gelcoat Surface
Scratches in Gelcoat surface
Scratches in the Gelcoat surface which do not allow the GFP mat structure to
show through can be touched up.
Sand out scratches with water and 800 wet sandpaper. Then sand with water and
2000 wet sandpaper. Prepare
repair area for polishing.
Cracks in Gelcoat surface
Ventilation
Concept
The air flow directions can be individually adjusted.
CONTROLS Climate control
Adjusting the ventilation
General information
The air flow directions can be adjusted for direct
or indirect ventilation.
Open the vents and position them to ensure effective
climate control.
Direct ventilation
