Solar Sensor: Service and Repair

2012 Volkswagen CC 4Motion (357) V6-3.6L (CNNA)SECTION Service and Repair





Sunlight Photo Sensor G107 or Sunlight Photo Sensor 2 G134

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Removal Wedge (3409)

Removing

- Mark dimensions "a and b" on the instrument panel with tape.






a = 115 mm

b = 15 mm

The indirect ventilation trim could get damaged.

The trim is mounted by a screw under the photo sensor.

Lift the trim maximum 15 mm.

- Using the (3409) unclip the right and left trim at the markings and remove them from the instrument panel.

- Insert a screwdriver - 3 - with a long blade toward the photosensor - 2 -.






- Use a block of wood - 1 - underneath.

- Push the screwdriver - in direction of arrow - and unclip the photosensor.

- Disconnect the connector from the sunlight photo sensor.

Installing

- Connect the connector to the photosensor and then install the photosensor in the instrument panel.

- Perform remaining installation operations in reverse order of removal.

RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.