64 22 165 Removing and installing/replacing center fresh air grille

Special tools required:

00 9 327

First unclip the fresh air grille (1) at the top using special tool 00 9 327 and then remove to the front.

Unlock and disconnect plug connections behind.

Fig 1: Removing Fresh Air Grille Top Using Special Tool (00 9 327)

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Installation note:
The fresh air grille (1) must first be correctly engaged at the top on the dashboard!
Only afterwards , lock the bottom clamps.
After installation, ensure that the fresh air grille (1) is properly seated.

Clamps at marked points of fresh air grille (1) must be neither damaged nor bent.

Replace clamps if necessary.

Fig 2: Locating Fresh Air Grille Clamps

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Replacement:

Modify SWITCH FOR HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS/CENTRAL LOCKING SYSTEM