51 48 001 Removing And Installing/Replacing Insulation Lining On Hood/Bonnet

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NOTE: Illustration created using the E87 as an example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other vehicle models.

Release threaded rivets (1) on insulation lining (2).

Remove insulation lining (2).

Installation:

If necessary, replace defective threaded blind rivets (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Threaded Rivets On Insulation Lining

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