51 47 490 Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Underbody Protection

Release expansion rivet (1).

Release screws (2) and then catches in area (A).

Remove underbody protection (3) towards rear.

Installation:

Ensure correct seating.

Center underbody protection (3) and secure.

Fig 1: Identifying Expansion Rivet

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Version With Bad Weather Package:

Release screws (1).

Release screws (2) and remove underbody protection (3) downwards

Installation:

Replace screws (2).

Tightening torque, refer to 31 10 9AZ in TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 2: Locating Underbody Protection Retaining Screws

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Replacement:

Release screws (1).

Release catches (2) and remove lip (3).

Fig 3: Removing Lip Of Underbody Protection

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