GTI V6-2.8L (BDF) (2002)
Lateral Accelerometer: Service and Repair
Longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-, removing and installing
The longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- -1- is located on the righthand A-pillar
Removing
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Note or request radio code on vehicles with coded radio if necessary.
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Disconnect battery.
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Remove glove box.
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Disconnect connector off longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-.
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Lift retainer -1- off longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- -2- with a screwdriver.
Installing
CAUTION: Strong vibrations can damage longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251-.
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Insert longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- into retainer.
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Installation position: The angled section -arrow- of longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- -1- must face retainer -2-.
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Slide retainer -2- over longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- -1- until it engages.
Further installation in reverse order.
Tightening torques:
Securing nuts for longitudinal acceleration sensor -G251- retainer: 6 Nm (53 inch lbs.)