51 71 038 Removing And Installing/Replacing Front Left Or Right Wheel Arch Cover (Front Section): Notes
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NOTE:
Prior to removing, pay attention to the exact installation position with respect to the adjoining components.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- If necessary, remove left or right front wheel.
NOTE:
The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.
NOTE:
Front axle removed for purposes of clarity.
Release screws (1).
Slacken nut (2).
Feed out front wheel arch cover (3) and if necessary disconnect electrical plug connection.
Installation:
Make sure front wheel arch cover (3) is correctly seated.