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64 1 451
64 1 456
64 1 457
64 1 458

WARNING: When handling cleaning agent, observe following protection measures:
Wear protective rubber gloves and protective goggles.
If cleaning agent comes into contact with eyes or skin, wash immediately with lots of water.

CAUTION: To avoid dirtying vehicle interior:

Close all air vents.
Switch air conditioner to recirculated air mode.
Cover carpet in work area.

Recycling:

Carry out the cleaning operation in a suitable washing bay as the emerging cleaning agent escapes through the drain openings in the transmission tunnel.

NOTE: Make sure the cleaning agent can escape freely from the drain openings. If necessary, remove rear underbody protection. See 51 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE FRONT BUMPER (FROM 10/01)

Remove limit switch for heater - A/C fan. See 64 11 228 Replacing output stage/switch for heater - A/C system blower

Secure adapter for spray lance 64 1 457 with screws (1) of limit switch for heater - A/C fan.

Seal opening (B) with plug for adapter 64 1 458.

Fig 1: Removing Limit Switch For Heater - A/C Fan

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Insert spray lance 64 1 451 in direction of arrow and secure with fixture for spray lance 64 1 456.

Fig 2: Inserting Spray Lance In Direction Of Arrow

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Insert travel limiter (1) into notch (2) of spray lance 64 1 451 and turn approx. 45°.

Fig 3: Inserting Travel Limiter Into Notch Of Spray Lance

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Connect spray lance 64 1 451 to spray apparatus.

By moving spray lance 64 1 451 back and forth, spray a uniform amount of cleaning agent onto evaporator.

NOTE: After completing cleaning, allow car to drip-dry for approx. 5 minutes.

Fig 4: Connecting Spray Lance To Spray Apparatus

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Set heater - A/C to footwell ventilation and fresh air operation. Open windows/doors.

Start car and run heater - A/C at max. fan power for approx. 5 minutes in order to dry evaporator.

NOTE: In order to eliminate the last remnants of cleaning agent, repeat this procedure shortly before handover to the customer.