51 71 447 Removing and installing or replacing panel for cover on left or right side member

Release screws (1 and 2).

Release clips (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws & Clips

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Unclip panel (1) in areas (A and B) from holders in direction of arrow.

Release panel (1) at clips (2) and remove in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Catches of panel (1) in areas (A and B) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches Of Panel

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Installation:

Holders (1 and 2) must not be damaged.

If necessary, detach clips (3) from body and attach to panel for cover on side member.

Fig 3: Identifying Holders & Clips

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