64 12 060 Removing and installing/replacing complete electric auxiliary heating

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Risk of burning!

Carry out repair work only after engine has cooled down.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove SUPPORT FOR DASHBOARD

Fold up the carpet (2) as shown.

Slacken nut (1).

Take off earth cable (3).

Installation note:

Ensure correct line routing.

Fig 1: Folding Back Carpet

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Unlock plug connections (1) and (2) and disconnect.

Release screws (3).

Remove electric auxiliary heater (4) in direction of arrow from the heating and air conditioning unit (5).

Fig 2: Removing Electric Auxiliary Heater From Heating And Air Conditioning Unit

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