37 12... Replacing upper vent line for air supply unit
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IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage!
Extreme cleanliness must be ensured in the connection area of the vent lines during removal and installation. Even the smallest of dirt particles can cause leakage in the air spring system.
Extreme cleanliness must be ensured in the connection area of the vent lines during removal and installation. Even the smallest of dirt particles can cause leakage in the air spring system.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove TRIM PANEL FOR COVER ON FRAME SIDE MEMBER on right
- Remove FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (REAR SECTION) .
- Remove FRONT RIGHT AUXILIARY TURN INDICATOR LIGHT
Release screw (1).
Twist filler duct (2) in direction of arrow out of fluid reservoir for windscreen washer unit (3) and remove.
If necessary, release vent line (4) at mounting points (5) from fluid reservoir for windscreen washer unit (3).
Release screws.
Press off side panel slightly.
Installation note:
Tightening torque 41 35 7AZ (A-pillar area).
Tightening torque 41 35 8AZ (sill area).
Disconnect quick-connect coupling (1) and seal lower vent line connection with sealing plug.
Remove vent line (2) from fluid reservoir for windscreen washer unit.