16 13 522 Removing and installing/replacing temperature sensor for Natural Vacuum Leak Detection (NVLD)

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Only unclip seat bench (1) as shown on the left and right and fold up in direction of arrow.

Secure seat bench on front seat (2).

Fig 1: Folding Seat Bench On Front Seat

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Fold both floor trim panels (1) to the side.

Unscrew nuts (2).

Remove cover for service opening (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Floor Trim Panels, Service Opening And Nuts

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Carefully press tab (2) in direction of arrow.

Feed out temperature sensor (3) towards top.

Installation note:

Make sure latch mechanism of temperature sensor on flange cover is correct.

Fig 3: Identifying Temperature Sensor, Plug Connection And Tab

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