64 11 829 Replacing actuator drive of ventilation flaps

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Remove and install housing for glovebox and cover on equipment carrier at bottom, refer to 51 45 030 REMOVING AND INSTALLING INSTRUMENT PANEL TRIM .

Remove and install actuator drive of defrosting flap, refer to 64 11 845 REPLACING ACTUATOR DRIVE OF DEFROSTING FLAPS .

Disconnect plug connection (1). Unlock actuator drive (2) and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Actuator Drive

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Installation:

If necessary, align shaft for defrosting flaps and drive (see illustration).

Fig 2: Aligning Shaft For Defrosting Flaps And Drive

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