51 71 ... Removing and installing/replacing multifunction pan

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove Left  and Right  luggage compartment wheel arch trims

Release screws (1).

Remove guide (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Guide And Screws

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Release screw (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screw

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Release screws (1).

Remove cover (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Cover And Screws

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Release nuts (1) and remove multifunction pan.

For tightening torque refer to 51 71 9AZ in 51 71 SEALS AND LOOSE BODY PARTS .

Fig 4: Identifying Multifunction Pan Nuts

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Installation: 

Seals (1) on multifunction pan (2) must be replaced each time they are removed.

Fig 5: Identifying Seal And Multifunction Pan

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