64 22 137 Removing and installing or replacing left fresh-air grille

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON INSTRUMENT PANEL ON LEFT

NOTE: Example graphic on the F01.

Release screws (1).

Pull out left fresh-air grille (2) towards front and unlock and disconnect plug connection behind.

Remove left fresh-air grille (2).

Fig 1: Removing Left Fresh-Air Grille

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Installation:

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

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

Fig 2: Identifying Catches Of Fresh-Air Grille

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