64 11 274 Replacing water valve for heater (automatic A/C High)

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WARNING: Danger of scalding!
Only perform this work after engine has cooled down.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Pulling Up Heater Valve

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Installation:

Ensure correct cable routing.

Pull out heater valve (2) upwards slightly.

Release hose clamps (1) and detach water hoses.

Fig 2: Releasing Hose Clamps And Detaching Water Hoses

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Remove water valve for heater (2).

Installation:

Make sure water valve (1) is correctly seated in grommets (2) and rubber mount (3).

Fig 3: View Of Water Valve

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If necessary, replace grommets (2) and rubber mount (3).

Filling and bleeding the cooling system, refer to 17 00 039 VENTING COOLING SYSTEM AND CHECKING FOR LEAKS (N62) .