64 12 673 Replacing left or right electric auxiliary heater - rear cabin

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Move driver's seat into "front" and "top" position.

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, pictures show driver's seat removed.

Remove speaker trim (1) and fold back floor carpet (2) in working area.

Fig 1: Remove Speaker Trim (1) And Fold Back Floor Carpet (2)

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Remove rear cabin air duct (1) and disconnect plug connections (2). Installation: Ensure that air duct (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Remove Rear Cabin Air Duct (1) And Disconnect Plug Connections (2)

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Unlock electrical connection (1) and remove. Unlock retaining tabs (2) on both sides from air duct and remove upper vent section (3).

Fig 3: Unlock Electrical Connection (1) And Remove

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Remove auxiliary heater (1) from lower vent section (2). Installation: Make sure auxiliary heater (1) is correctly seated in lower vent section (2).

Fig 4: Remove Auxiliary Heater (1) From Lower Vent Section (2)

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