64 12 005 Checking function of independent heating (Thermo Top S)

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Carry out function check as described in DIS

Remove front left wheel. See 36 10 300 REMOVING OR INSTALLING FRONT OR REAR WHEEL

Remove trim panel from front left wheelhouse. See 51 71 040 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER

Release screws (2) and turn over heater.

Fig 1: Releasing Screws And Hose Clamp

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Release screws and remove central cover.

Fig 2: Removing Central Cover

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Connect V adapter cable 64 1 230 between wiring harness and heater and connect to 26-pin peripherals box 61 1459.

Reinstall heater.

Observe installation notes:

refer to 64 12 500 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING COMPLETE HEATER (THERMO TOP S)

Fig 3: Connecting V Adapter Cable Between Wiring Harness And Heater

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