64 11 991 Removing and installing/replacing sensor for automatic air recirculation control

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove RIGHT COWL PANEL COVER

Removal:

Disengage sensor (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Disengaging Automatic Air Recirculation Control Sensor

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Remove sensor (2).

Fig 2: Plug Connection

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Installation:

Join plug connection (1) to sensor (2) and lock.

Fig 3: Plug Connection

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Move sensor (1) in direction of arrow move until sensor (1) is locked.

Fig 4: Installing Automatic Air Recirculation Control Sensor

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