64 11 845 Replacing servodrive of defrosting flaps

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Remove trim for pedal assembly. Refer to 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .

Unclip air duct for footwell on left (1) at mounts and remove in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Air Duct

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NOTE: For purposes of clarity, picture shows steering lock/ignition starter switch removed.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 2: Removing Servodrive

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Unclip servodrive (2) and pull out in direction of arrow.

Installation:

If necessary, align shaft of ventilation flaps to position of servodrive.

Fig 3: Aligning Shaft Of Ventilation Flaps

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