A4 Avant TDi 2005 Side impact sensor

[Grambrow]

Good evening

New to this forum - first question:

I have to remove the side impact sensor while replacing the window regulator.
Advice would be appreciated on preventing a code coming up after sensor replacement.
Would disconnecting the battery until the sensor is replaced stop a code?
The only problem with that is that a test of the window during its replacement would not be possible.
Is it best to completely disconnect the sensor or leave it hanging?
Any other advice please?

[GeorgeE]

Are you sure you have to remove it? On my B6 Avant the sensor is in the bottom of the B pillar.

[nevo]

If it was me i'd disconnect the battery whilst removing the sensor out to a secure location leaving it on its wires then reconnect to test your regulator,also de static yourself when handling it.

[Grambrow]

Haynes says to remove it - it is in the middle of the door adjacent to the window motor and necessary to remove the foam lining. Thanks.

[Grambrow]

Hi George
That's what I thought, except that I will have to unplug it because the cable is attached to the regulator motor. Have read Haynes again, which does say to disconnect the battery. Thanks.

[kite]

When I did my drivers door regulator I followed a how to on audizine. No mention of sensor removal.

[Grambrow]

I had a look at the Audizine post showing the procedure which looks very useful, but no impact sensor is shown on the 2004 1.8 Quattro. I have also found a very good YouTube video about 30 mins long on the passenger door that I need to do, but again no side impact sensor is fitted. The weather is warming up so I will get cracking this weekend. I have bought a cheapo regulator on EBay that I might regret!