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Installation Procedure

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Important:  The temperature of the windshield must be 13-38°C (55-100°F) for proper adhesion.

  1. Remove the protective covering from the optical tape.

    Install the sensor on the windshield.

  2. Firmly push around the entire periphery of the rain sensor to windshield in order to remove any air bubbles from the tape.
  3. Hold the sensor for 10 to 15 seconds.
  4. Inspect the sensor for air bubbles between the tape and the windshield.
  5. Repeat the previous steps, if incomplete adhesion or air bubbles are present.
  6. Attach the rain sensor (2) to the windshield.
    Fig 1: Identifying Rain Sensor
    G01664882Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Do not move or shift the sensor on the windshield after installation.

  7. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the sensor (2).
  8. Remove the tape (1) from the windshield.
  9. Inspect the operation of the rain sensing wiper system for proper operation.