41 63 002 Replacing cover bowl

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 17 11AZ. (See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES article)

Turn cover (2) through approx. 45° and lever out in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Identifying Cover & Screw

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Installation:

Locks (1) on left/right of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Locks On Left/Right Of Cover

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Press retaining strap (1) inwards and remove.

Remove tank cap.

Remove flap for fuel filler neck (2).

Installation:

Cover bowl must be replaced if guide (3) or catch (4) is damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Retaining Strap, Guide Or Catch

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Lift seal (1) over fuel filler neck (2).

Lift off cover bowl at rear and pull at an angle towards rear out of opening.

Fig 4: Identifying Seal Over Fuel Filler Neck

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