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. See 51 16 060 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR
Pull out retaining clips (2) in each case in direction of arrow and remove.
Unclip rain sensor (3) at bottom in direction of arrow.
Disconnect plug connection (1) and remove rain sensor (3).
Installation:
Do not damage optical element below rain sensor (3).
If necessary, initialize rain sensor, refer to 61 35 680 INITIALIZING RAIN SENSOR .
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, refer to 61 35 680 INITIALIZING RAIN 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.