Snow Screen, Cleaning

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WARNING:

Warning information for the high voltage system:

Procedures for which the ignition needs to be switched off. Refer to PROCEDURES FOR WHICH THE IGNITION NEEDS TO BE SWITCHED OFF .

-- Remove the front end cover -1-.

-- To remove, remove the locking pin from the expanding clip -2- and unlock the expanding clip.

Fig 1: Remove/Install Components Front End Cover

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-- Remove the cover back off the radiator grille.

-- When installing, simply press the locking pin into the expanding clip.

-- Remove air filter intake duct.

-- Remove snow screen -1- and clean with compressed air.

Fig 2: Locating Snow Screen

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-- Remove stubborn dirt with a blunt object.

NOTE:

Replace snow screen if damaged.