32 41 285 Replacing Level Switch For Dynamic Drive Fluid Reservoir

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front left SUSPENSION CROSS-BRACE .
Remove INTAKE PORT for air filter housing.

Release screws (1) and (2).

Remove washers.

Tightening torque: 32 41 1AZ/2AZ

Remove fluid reservoir by pulling upwards.

Fig 1: Screws Of Fluid Reservoir

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NOTE: Raise and/or turn fluid reservoir in order to gain better access to plug connection.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn level switch (2) through approx. 45° and remove towards bottom.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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