51 71 080 Removing and installing/replacing heater bulkhead

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Detach sealing strips (1).

Fig 1: Detaching Cowl Sealing Strips

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Turn toggles through approx. 90°.

Fig 2: Removing Cover Toggle Fasteners

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Lift out cover (1).

Unfasten screws.

Pull out heater bulkhead (2).

Fig 3: Removing Heater Bulkhead

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Installation:

Check rubber seals (1) on left and right and replace if necessary.

Coat rubber seals (1) on left and right with rubber protection coating agent.

Heater bulkhead is guided at sides via guide channels.

Clean guide channels and coat with rubber protection coating agent.

Fig 4: Check & Lubricate Heater Bulkhead Rubber Seals

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