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Body front|Wing > < Service position
Removing and installing lock carrier
Removing and installing lock carrier
Removing
   
  Note
t  The lock carrier is a safety-relevant component. The lock carrier must not be repaired for this reason.
t  In the event of damage, renew lock carrier.
Carry out following work:
–  Move to service position → Chapter.
–  Disconnect any electrical connectors.
–  Drain coolant and disconnect coolant lines → Rep. gr.19.
–  Disconnect refrigerant lines for condenser → Heating, air conditioning; Rep. gr.87.
–  Remove special tool T10480 -Adapter-.
–  Together with a second mechanic, unscrew guide pins -3411- from left and right longitudinal member -2- and lift out lock carrier with add-on parts -1-.
  WARNING
Do not start the engine if the air conditioning system and/or the coolant system lines are disconnected.
  Note
t  Do not hang condenser and hydraulic oil cooler from lines.
t  Do not kink lines for condenser and hydraulic systems.

Installing
   
Carry out following work:
–  Fit lock carrier -1- on longitudinal members -2-.
–  Screw in guide pins -3411- on left and right sides.
–  Moving from service position → Chapter
Further installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.
l  During assembly, ensure that all connectors and hose connections are properly fitted.
–  Align lock carrier together with add-on parts -1- to longitudinal members and between wings → Rep. gr.00.
–  Adjust headlights → Electrical system; Rep. gr.94.

   

Body front|Wing > < Service position