64 12 120 Removing and installing/replacing intake muffler for independent/auxiliary heater

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WARNING: Scalding hazard!
Work on independent heating may only be carried out when it has cooled down.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH, see 41 14 021 REPLACING FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH .
Remove FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH, see 41 14 021 REPLACING FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH .

Release screw (1) and unclip intake muffler (2).

Installation:

Retaining clip on intake muffler must not be damaged!

Fig 1: Identifying Unclip Intake Muffler And Screw

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Release hose clamp (1), disconnect air intake hose (2) and feed out.

Fig 2: Identifying Hose Clamp And Air Intake Hose

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