51 13 000 Removing and installing/replacing front grille centre section: Notes

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove retaining hook from engine hood/bonnet, refer to 51 23 160 Removing and installing/replacing arrester hook on engine hood

Unfasten screws (1 and 2).

Remove front grille centre section (3) downwards.

Fig 1: Removing Front Grille Centre Section

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Installation:

Align front grille centre section (3) to engine hood/bonnet and secure with screws (2).

Installation:

Clips (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Removing Trim From Front Grille

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