64 11 482 Removing and installing/replacing cooler box cooling unit

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove complete cooler box. Refer to 64 11 475 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE COOLER BOX .

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Screws

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Unscrew nuts (1).

Fig 2: Locating Strip

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Remove screws (2).

Gently press catch (3) downwards and pull out strip (4) in direction of arrow.

Release screws (1).

Fig 3: Removing Strip

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Move strip (2) in direction of arrow and remove.

Installation: 

Note different screw lengths:

• 1 = Long screw
• 2 = Short screw

Remove screws (1) and (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Screws

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Pull off cover (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 5: Detaching Frame

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Unclip plug (2).

Detach frame (3) in direction of arrow from cooler box (4).

Installation: 

Make sure wiring harness (1) is correctly laid.

Release screws (1).

Fig 6: Removing Cover

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Remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Detach cable straps (1).

Fig 7: Disconnecting Plug Connections

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Disconnect plug connections (2), (3), (4) and (5).

If necessary, cut through adhesive bead (6) on plug connections with a suitable knife.

If necessary, separate base from socket housing.

Release screws (1).

Fig 8: Removing Cooling Unit

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Installation: 

Make sure cooling unit (2) is in correct installation position.

Remove cooling unit (2) in direction of arrow.