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Removing Desiccator (Fluid Tank)

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Fig 1: Identifying Desiccator (Fluid Tank) Position
G09830366Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.

The desiccator (fluid tank) is located under the left plenum chamber cover.

  1. Unscrew the fastening nuts -1-  on the fluid tank
  2. Undo fastening screws -2-  .
  3. Unscrew the fastening clamp -3-  and remove the fluid tank upwards.
    Fig 2: Removing Desiccator
    G09830367Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  4. In any case, replace the desiccator.