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Rear sensors

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I've bought a rear bumper with sensors but I shall be colour coding it. Is it ok to simply spray over them or do they need to be removed?

Also, anyone know if there is wiring in place in a pre 2010 for them to simply plug n play?
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Re: Rear sensors

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If you have not got working sensors, it is highly unlikely the wiring will be in place.
The sensors should only have one layer of paint on them for them to work properly. Your painter should know how to remove the existing paint without damaging the sensors.
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I have an ex had van which has sensors but I believe they were fitted 'aftermarketly'

I was hoping to use the existing wiring?
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I doubt very much the aftermarket kit will be compatible with whichever sensors are in your bumper.
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This isn't going well. Should've gone for a non sensored bumper and fitted a camera :cry:

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Alternatively, is it possible to source the 'front half' of the wiring loom? Is it a seperate wire or a full on mixed loom?

The guy I got the bumper from still has the caddy he was breaking.
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You'd need the module, buzzer and associated wiring which is integrated into the vehicle main loom so not just something you can "pluck" out.
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So glad I've seen this post I was about to do the exact same thing!! What would you recommend doc go for a cam and just pull the cable in ?
Let's just modify it :mrgreen:
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Personally I'd fit the factory sensors and the associated parts.
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There is a genuine wiring loom sections on eBay. So if you already have the sensors then you shall only need the loom and control unit. Plus switching it on via vag com.

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Link? I have the loom from sensors but nothing to plug into.
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