51 71 041 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Left Or Right Wheel Arch Cover
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 BMW X5, 2009 BMW X5, 2008 BMW X5, and 2007 BMW X5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear wheel.
- Remove trim on rear wheel arch . See 51 71 478 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM ON REAR LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH .
NOTE:
Work shown on X5 3.0i by way of example, deviations in detail are possible in other models.
Release fastening elements (1 to 3).
Feed out wheel arch cover (4) towards bottom.
Installation:
If necessary, replace defective retaining elements.
Ensure wheel arch cover (4) is correctly seated.