64 22 137 Removing and installing/replacing left fresh air grille (automatic A/C High)

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Special tools required:

64 1 030

CAUTION: Proceed with care so as to avoid damaging the fresh air grill.

Open fins of fresh air grill (1).

Fig 1: Pulling Out Fresh Air Grill

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Attach special tool 64 1 030 on both sides in mounts (2) and pull out fresh air grill (1) slightly in direction of arrow.

Close fins of fresh air grill (1) and remove grill (1) towards rear.

Installation:

Catches (1) of fresh air grill (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Fresh Air Grill

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Make sure fresh air grill (2) is correctly seated on fresh air duct behind.