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 .

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 note:

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 Fresh-Air Grille And Catches

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