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Tilt Sensor

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Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 1-5
G03530296Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  1. Remove the antenna unit by turning it clockwise. Lift the unit up and disconnect the electrical connector.
  2. Remove the ignition switch cover. Start at the back as it is fastened with hooks at the front.
  3. Unscrew 2 screws holding the floor console.
  4. Remove the rear section of the floor console.
  5. Unscrew 2 nuts holding the floor console.
  6. Remove the switch. Start at the front. (Use a suitable screwdriver inserted into the groove in order to press out the front of the switch.)
    Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 6-9
    G03530297Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  7. On the Convertible, remove the interior lighting switch.
  8. Remove the remote control receiver from the side wall of the floor console, if it was fitted earlier.
  9. Disconnect the electrical connector from the receiver unit.
  10. Lift off the floor console.
  11. Lift the floor duct. Localize the electrical connector for the tilt sensor on the wiring harness.
    Fig 3: Illustration For Steps 11-13
    G03530298Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  12. Fit the tilt sensor in its holder (slides in). Fit the connector.
  13. Replug the connector.
  14. Fit the remote control receiver.
  15. Fit the parts that were removed.
  16. Finally, the tilt sensor must be programmed into the theft protection system with the diagnostic tool.
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