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Kangoo Rain Light Sensor Problems

I've got a 2007 Renault Kangoo, gasoline engine, with around 179k km. I'm having a weird issue with what I think is the rain-light sensor. The error memory has a fault, causing no automatic wiping, headlight control, speedometer dimming, and the lights switch on randomly. Anyone seen this? Could it be the sensor or calibration? Any pointers before I replace parts?

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I had similar problems with my Kangoo. Are there any bubbles under the gel pad of the windshield where the sensor sits? That was my issue.

Bubbles under the gel pad? I'll check. Is that a common Kangoo thing? If there are bubbles, what's the fix? New windshield or can the sensor be salvaged?

Yeah, the bubbles are a known issue. It usually means the sensor is compromised. I tried to clean mine, but no luck. I had to go to the workshop for a replacement. They said the bubbles interfere with the sensor's ability to 'see' properly. Replacing it yourself could save on labor, but I wouldn't recommend it.

Thanks! I checked, and there were bubbles. The shop confirmed the sensor was bad. New sensor installed, cost 62€, and everything's working again. Appreciate the help!

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