Replace Siemens EQ 5 ceramic valve

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If you haven't already done so: Remove the two plastic covers over the cables and the electronics box.

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Locate the two strands of wire going from the ceramic valve to the motherboard. Unplug the connectors and unthread the cables.

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Turn the machine over. Remove the three Torx T15 screws securing the ceramic valve. Pay attention to the washers.

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Turn the machine over again.

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Carefully pull out the valve.

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Pull off the clamps on the other two pressure hoses. Make a note of which hose goes where and detach the two hoses.

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Remove the ceramic valve.