51 71 478 Removing and installing/replacing cover on rear left or right wheel arch

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Special Tools Required

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Open rivets (1) (E70: Blind rivets; E71: expanding rivets).

Release cover (2) at clip (3) (not on E71) and remove.

Fig 1: Releasing Cover At Clip

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Installation note (E70):

Apply blind rivets (1) with special tool 00 2 230

Ensure cover (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Blind Rivet Installation

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (2) (not on E71)

Fit clips (2) with sealing ring.

Fig 3: Fit Clips With Sealing Ring

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