64 50 ... Install the retrofit absorber for the air conditioning suction line

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The retrofit kit may be used for vehicles with a production date from 09/2008.

IMPORTANT: The retrofit kit with part number 6 987 991 may no longer be used

Necessary preliminary work: Remove rear underbody protection

Unscrew nuts (1). Remove the protective plate (2).

NOTE: Figure shows all-wheel drive vehicle

Fig 1: Unscrew Nuts (1) And Remove Protective Plate (2)

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Lay the steel measuring tape (2) onto the intake pipe (1).

IMPORTANT: The steel measuring tape (2) must be flush with the bottom of the rubber ring (3)!

Mark distance A =11 cm.

Fig 2: Steel Measuring Tape (2) Must Be Flush With Bottom Of Rubber Ring

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Attach the lower edge of the vibration absorber (1) at the marked position and screw it to the intake pipe (2). Tightening torque: 8 Nm

Fig 3: Attach Lower Edge Of Vibration Absorber (1) At Marked Position And Screw It To Intake Pipe

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