Renewing clip on control unit for adaptive cruise control J428"“master”", control unit 2 for adaptive cruise control J850"“slave”" — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Touareg II (7P, 2010–2018)

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• Start stud and ensure that it is installed parallel to the hole.

📋 Procedure

1. Unscrew stud (1) using suitable tool (2).
2. Place screwdriver between retaining hook and housing.
3. Bend retaining hook to centre position using screwdriver until it can be heard to break off.
4. To prevent the broken hooks from catching on the housing, remove these from inside the clip with the aid of long-nose pliers.
5. Pull out and dispose of clip using long-nose pliers as shown in illustration.

6. Insert new clip from left into hole in housing and push by hand until it can be heard to engage.
7. Start stud and ensure that it is installed parallel to the hole.
8. Once stud has been aligned correctly, it can be screwed in.
9. Screw in stud until dimension (a) is reached.
10. Repeat this process if necessary at other clips.
11. Then install automatic distance control sensor in retainer and calibrate adaptive cruise control .

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