51 71 099 Removing and installing/replacing radiator air guide

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove CARRIER FOR BUMPER TRIM AT FRONT

Release expanding rivets (1).

Release catch (2) and remove intake duct (3) towards top.

Fig 1: Identifying Expanding Rivets, Catch And Intake Duct

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Disconnect plug connections (1, 2).

Unclip hose (3) and feed out air duct towards top.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connections And Hose

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Replacement:

Modify all rubber seals (1) and sheet nuts (2) on air duct, replace if necessary.

Modify outside temperature sensor (3).

Optional extra:

Modify AIR FLAP CONTROL .

Fig 3: Identifying Rubber Seals, Temperature Sensor And Sheet Nuts

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