Rain/Light Recognition Sensor, Removing And Installing: Removing

2022 Volkswagen Atlas SEL R-LineSECTION Removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical equipment.

-- Move the ignition key outside of the vehicle to prevent switching on the ignition unintentionally.

-- Remove the interior rearview mirror. Refer to INTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Release and disconnect the connector -3-.

Fig 1: Locating Screwdriver
GWWA92-10304Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Insert a narrow screwdriver -5- into the opening as shown and release the retainers on the spring -2- -arrows-.

-- Wait one minute so that the silicone pad can be removed without leaving any residue.

-- Loosen the Rain/Light Recognition Sensor -G397- -4- by moving it back and forth and remove it from the mount -1-.

Fig 2: Locating Rain/Light Recognition Sensor
GWWA92-10278Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.
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