67 32 600 Replacing fans for seat surface on front seat

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Partially remove seat cover for driver's or front passenger seat. See NORMAL SEAT or OPTIONAL SEAT .
ECE version:
If necessary, remove SENSOR MAT (SEAT OCCUPANCY MAT)
US version:

If applicable, remove the Sensor mat (OC3-mat) or. SENSOR MAT (CIS MAT)

Unfasten plug connection.

Installation note:

Make sure fans have correct cable routing.

Fig 1: Locating Front Seat Fans Cable

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NOTE: For purposes of clarity, picture shows seat cushion and seat cover removed.

Raise separating net (1).

Pull faulty fans (2) out of seat cushion slightly and disconnect plug connections behind.

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Cushion Fans And Net

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NOTE:

Carry out FUNCTION CHECK WITH ADAPTER CABLE