Remove/Install Windshield Defroster Vent Flap Actuator Motor - AR83.30-P-2006LW

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Model 205

with code 581 (Automatic air conditioning)

Model 253

with code 581 (Automatic air conditioning)

Model 293

with code 581 (Automatic air conditioning)

Shown on model 205

Fig 1: Windshield Defroster Vent Flap Actuator Motor Components Location - Model 253 With Code 581 (Shown On Model 205)

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	Remove/install
1	Remove glove compartment housing (1).		AR68.10-P-1400LW
2	Disconnect electrical connection (2).
3	Remove screws (3) and remove defroster flap actuator motor (M2/15).
4	Install in the reverse order.
5	Connect diagnostic system, teach in and normalize defroster flap actuator motor (M2/15) and read out fault memory.	Model 205 with code 581 (Automatic air conditioning) Model 253 with code 581 (Automatic air conditioning)	AD00.00-P-2000-04B
		Model 293 with code 581 (Automatic air conditioning) Menu point: Adaptations → Teach-in processes → Teach-in of actuator motors → Normalizing of positioning motors	AD00.00-P-2000-06FR