64 11 916 Replacing temperature sensor for cold-air distributor

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove AUDIO SYSTEM CONTROLLER / CAR COMMUNICATION COMPUTER .

Release screws (1).

Fold back middle function carrier (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Make sure middle function carrier (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Middle Function Carrier And Screws

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Turn temperature sensor for cold-air distributor (1) through approx. 90° and pull out in direction of arrow.

Unfasten plug connection (2) and disconnect.

Installation:

Make sure temperature sensor for cold-air distributor (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Temperature Sensor And Plug Connection

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