51 45 076 Replacing carrier for instrument panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Remove holder for instrument panel lower section.

Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Panel Lower Section And Screws

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Release screw (1).

Unclip air duct (2).

Disengage hose (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Air Duct, Screw And Hose

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