Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
61 35 175 Removing and installing/replacing rain sensor
Up to 09/2001:
Version with rain sensor.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove inside rearview mirror.
Press sides of cover down, slide upwards slightly and lift out.
Installation:
Align cover with black glass ceramics by pushing from side to side
Unclip cable finisher.
Disconnect connector.
Pull out retaining clips in each case in direction of arrow and remove.
Remove rain sensor.
Installation:
Do not damage optical element below rain sensor.
If necessary, initialize rain sensor with BMW scan tool.
From 09/2001:
Version with rain/light sensor.
Expand two-part mirror base cover (1) by pressing from below and detach.
Feed out two-part mirror base cover (1) and remove.
Disconnect plug connection (3).
Press locks (1) in direction of arrow and remove rain/light sensor (2) towards bottom.
Installation:
Do not damage optical element below rain/light sensor (2).
If necessary, initialize rain/light sensor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.