64 12 525 Replacing complete independent/auxiliary heater

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

REMOVE COMPLETE INDEPENDENT HEATER .

Detach cable strap (1).

Release spring clip (2).

Detach air intake hose (3).

Loosen screws (4).

Remove holder for independent heater (5).

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Strap, Spring Clip, Air Intake Hose Independent Heater And Screws

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Unlock cover (1) and remove in direction of arrow.

Unlock and disconnect plug connection for auxiliary water pump.

Feed cable out of guide.

Fig 2: Unlocking Cover

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Release spring clip (1).

Detach coolant hose (2) together with auxiliary water pump (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Detaching Coolant Hose

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Installation:

Carry out PROGRAMMING/CODING .