OEM Cadillac XLR Parking Assist Distance Sensor

Cadillac XLR Parking Assist Distance Sensor Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Distance Sensor
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  Q: How to properly service and repair the Parking Assist Distance Sensor on Cadillac XLR?

  A: The first step to replacing a rear object sensor should start with removing the rear fascia then disconnecting the electrical connector from the rear object sensor. Begin sensor replacement by untightening the tabs which secure the device to its housing before extracting the rear object sensor out of the housing unit along with its retainer ring. Prior to installing the sensor, paint its new surface avoiding application on any existing sensor paint for sensor operations will become compromised by thick paint accumulation. An appropriate non-ferrous metal paint thickness gage verifies the maximum 6 mils thickness of paint. Fitting of the sensor retainer ring begins followed by sensor position to the sensor housing before fully inserting the sensor into place. To complete this procedure you should reattach the electrical connector to the sensor then reinstall the rear fascia.