Front Clip removal Q, The Flapper and AC

[MusicMan70]

Hey Folks,

In the process of removing my cowl to do a front clip removal and I noticed this Flapper part that appears to be broken. Something to do with the AC I'm guessing. I did not see it in the Brother's catalog;

What's it's purpose and are these reproduced?


Also in reference to my last pic;

Is this where I need to disconnect the AC to pull the front clip?

Thanks for any and all responses....Henry