64 22 190 Removing and installing / replacing fresh-air grille in rear of car: Notes
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Depending on the equipment version, a can holder or a finisher strip may be installed. Both versions are removed in the same way.
Press fresh-air grill (1) somewhat upward and unclip can holder (2) from guide groove at top.
Guide in special tool 00 9 300 between center console and can holder and lift out can holder (2).
Push down fresh-air grill (1) by dimension A (approx. 30 to 40 mm) and pull out of recesses of guide groove.